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What is the recommended method for obtaining blood samples for glucose analysis, as mentioned in the text?
What is the recommended method for obtaining blood samples for glucose analysis, as mentioned in the text?
In cases of doubt between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, what does the text suggest assuming?
In cases of doubt between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, what does the text suggest assuming?
How should hyperglycemia be treated in patients according to the information provided?
How should hyperglycemia be treated in patients according to the information provided?
What should be done if a hypoglycemic patient has returned to baseline and wishes to refuse care, based on the text?
What should be done if a hypoglycemic patient has returned to baseline and wishes to refuse care, based on the text?
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Why should blood samples for glucose analysis be avoided from venous sources?
Why should blood samples for glucose analysis be avoided from venous sources?
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What is a potential risk for patients on oral hypoglycemics or long-acting insulin according to the text?
What is a potential risk for patients on oral hypoglycemics or long-acting insulin according to the text?
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What is recommended to assume when doubt exists between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia?
What is recommended to assume when doubt exists between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia?
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Why is it mentioned to recheck blood glucose after administering Dextrose or Glucagon?
Why is it mentioned to recheck blood glucose after administering Dextrose or Glucagon?
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What should be done for a hypoglycemic patient who has returned to baseline and wishes to refuse care?
What should be done for a hypoglycemic patient who has returned to baseline and wishes to refuse care?
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Why are patients on oral hypoglycemics or long-acting insulin at risk for repeat hypoglycemic episodes?
Why are patients on oral hypoglycemics or long-acting insulin at risk for repeat hypoglycemic episodes?
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What may happen if blood samples for glucose analysis are obtained through venous sources according to the text?
What may happen if blood samples for glucose analysis are obtained through venous sources according to the text?
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What is the suggested treatment for hyperglycemia patients based on the information provided?
What is the suggested treatment for hyperglycemia patients based on the information provided?
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