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james

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on: Jul 3, 2018
If a patient receives insulin and doesn't eat, what happens to the blood glucose level?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What is the difference between BGM and SMBG testing?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


jesse.fleming

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Blood glucose level drops; hypoglycemia occurs.

Answer to Question 2

SMBG refers to fingerstick self-monitoring, reported by patient. BGM refers to fingerstick re-port, usually done by nurse.


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