Management strategies depend on whether the patient is experiencing hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. For hyperglycemia, treatment may involve:
- Adjusting the dosage of insulin therapy or oral hypoglycemic agents. - Modifying the patient’s diet to reduce carbohydrate intake. - Increasing physical activity.
For hypoglycemia, immediate management includes consuming fast-acting carbohydrates such as glucose tablets or juice, followed by a longer-acting carbohydrate to stabilize blood sugar levels. If the patient is unconscious or unable to swallow, glucagon injections may be necessary.
