Question

An overdose of intravenous insulin may lead to the death of an individual due to

• A. An excessive increase of blood glucose
• B. An excessive decrease of blood glucose
• C. An inhibition of glucagon secretion
• D. An overproduction of histamine

Answer 1

The correct option is B An excessive decrease of blood glucose

An overdose of intravenous insulin will first cause the blood sugars to fall dangerously low, then the person may lose consciousness, have seizures, go into a coma, and possibly die. If the patient does not receive immediate medical care (intravenous glucose), the patient may die. Thus, the correct answer is option B.