Endocrine Emergencies: Diabetes
October 3, 2023
This scenario based session focused on the assessment of a diabetic (hypoglycemic) patient. Hands-on practice with a glucometer to obtain a BGL. Discussion about BLS medication administration included oral glucose and IV administration of D50. Medication administration and assessment of altered mental status based on Denver Metro Protocols.
Target Audience
Arapahoe Basin Ski Patrol
Learning Objectives
Airway management
Oral glucose administration
Altered Mental Status protocols
Obtaining a BGL
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area
Dillon, CO
80435
United States
+1 (970) 513-5715
Hannah Bussy, EMT
EMS Continuing Education approved by the State of Colorado through Centura Health Prehospital Services Training Center and group # CO 039 (SAH), #CO 040 (PSF) and #CO 065 (SDG).
Available Credit
- 1.00 Medical
- 0.50 NCCP-Medical: Endocrine Emergencies - Diabetes
- 0.50 NCCP-Medical: Medication Delivery