Question

A patient should be given glucose drip when:

• A. Both A and C
• B. The patient is unable to take the food orally
• C. The patient has high levels of glucose in the body
• D. The patient is dehydrated

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Glucose: A glucose drip can be described as an intravenous dextrose solution given to a person who is suffering from a lack of blood sugar and is dehydrated.

Reason for glucose drip administration:

1. A patient should be given a glucose drip when the patient is dehydrated.
2. Glucose is a simple carbohydrate that can be easily absorbed by the body and provide instant energy.
3. A glucose drip is also given when the patient is unable to take food orally.
4. Dehydration occurs when water and electrolytes are lost during diarrhoea.