KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

HIGH BLOOD SUGAR:

Watch for:

• increased thirst and urination





• large amounts of sugar in the blood





• ketones in urine





• weakness, pains in stomach, aching all over





• heavy, labored breathing





• loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting





• fatigue

What to do:

• call doctor immediately





• take fluids without sugar if able to swallow





• test blood sugar frequently





• test urine for ketones

Causes:

• not enough insulin





• too much food





• infection, fever, illness





• emotional stress

LOW BLOOD SUGAR:

Watch for:

• cold sweats, faintness, dizziness





• headache





• pounding of heart, trembling, nervousness





• blurred vision





• hunger





• inability to awaken





• grouchiness





• personality change

What to do:

• take 2-3 B-D Glucose Tablets, liquids or food containing sugar





• check blood sugar level





• do not give insulin





• do not give anything by mouth if unconscious





• if unconscious, give Glucagon according to package directions





• call doctor

Causes:

• too much insulin





• not enough food





• unusual amount of exercise





• delayed meal