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You are assessing an unresponsive patient with a MedicAlert tag that indicates he is a diabetic. The patient's airway is patent, respirations are 20 per minute and adequate, radial pulse is rapid and weak, and the skin is warm and moist. You attempt to get a blood glucose reading, but your blood glucose monitor malfunctions. Which of the following is the best course of action?
 
  A) Administer 25 g of 50 percent dextrose.
  B) Administer a 1 to 2 liter bolus of NS.
  C) Request another unit to respond to the scene with a blood glucose monitor.
  D) Request an order for 20 units of regular insulin.

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Which of the following is NOT a stage of grieving?
 
  A) Sadness
  B) Acceptance
  C) Denial
  D) Anger
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