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From A Child in Your Care Has Diabetes. A Collection of Information. Copyright 2005 by Elisa Hendel, M.Ed.


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A Chi ld in Your Care has Diabetes . A Co l lect ion of Informat ion .

Copyr i ght 2005 by E l i sa Hendel , M.Ed .

Hyperglycemia High Blood Sugar

* Hyperglycemia occurs when the blood sugar level becomes too high.High Blood Sugar = Blood Sugar (greater than)> 200 mg/dl.

* High blood sugar can be caused by: not enough insulin, too much food, illness, inactivity orstress.

* High blood sugar generally develops over a longer period of time.

* Individuals may display an assortment of symptoms.

Symptoms of High Blood Sugar may include:

frequent urination increased thirst increased hunger lethargy

blurry Vision stomachache nausea confusion

Severe diabetic complications develop slowly, over several hours or days.Ketoacidosis = High blood glucose with a disturbance in the bodys chemical balance.

Life Threatening

- unconsciousness

- diabetic coma

* At the onset of any symptoms, test blood sugar.

* Treat high blood sugar immediately.

* If symptoms are displayed and a glucose meter is not available. Treat the potential high!* If blood sugar is over 240 mg/dl, check for ketones.

* Ketones are the breakdown products of fat metabolism.

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A ketone test should be performed in the nurses office. Urine is collected in a cup. Then, a

special strip is dipped into the cup of urine. In approximately 15 seconds, the strip will change

color. Use the packaging to read the results.

*If the individual has HIGH blood sugar and ketones: contact the school nurse and family

immediately. Drink water or sugar free drinks, 1 - 2 cups per hour. (no regular soda or juice)

* Do NOT exercise if blood sugar is > 250 mg/dl and ketones are present.Do NOT exercise if blood sugar is > 350 mg/dl with or without ketones.

*High blood sugar can be a warning that this individual is getting sick. Notify the school nurse of

this condition. Notify a parent/a caretaker of this condition


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Hypoglycemia Low Blood Sugar

* Hypoglycemia is a very serious condition - it is often referred to as,

Low Blood Sugar = usually Blood Sugar (less than)


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Important Phone Numbers

Name:

Address:

School / Grade:

Date:

Name Number

Parent

Home Phone

Parent

Home Phone

Parent

Cell Phone

Parent

Cell Phone

Parent

Work Number

Parent

Work Number

Doctor

Diabetes Team

Emergency

Contact

Insurance

Company


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General Diabetes Information

Name:

Address:

School / Grade:

Date:

Type of Glucose Meter

*Include Serial Number

Blood Sugar Testing

Information

Can child perform own test? Yes No

Adult Supervision needed? Yes No

Insulin

Information

Can child inject insulin? Yes No

Adult Supervision needed? Yes No

Meals & Snacks

Additional

Information


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Diabetes Supplies for Home & School

It is the responsibility of the parent/caretaker of the child with diabetes to:

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Supply the school with all diabetes supplies.

Check all expiration dates for food and prescriptions.

Check monthly to see if additional supplies are needed.

Diabetes Supplies Diabetes Supplies

Glucose Meter Glucagon Emergency Kit

Control Solution for Meter Drinks

Batteries for Meter Snacks

Test Strips for Meter Glucose Tablets, Glucose Gel

Lancing Device and Lancets Medical Orders (from Doctor)

Insulin Health Care Plan

Insulin Delivery Supplies School Plan (504 Plan)

Ketone Strips Medical Identification


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Blood Sugar Log

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Address:

School / Grade:

Date:

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Glucagon Emergency Kit for Severe Hypoglycemia

~ A Glucagon Emergency Kit consists of a syringe filled with liquid, which must to be mixed with a powder.The kit comes with all necessary ingredients.

~ It is only used in the case of a Severe Hypoglycemic Emergency. Signs may include: disorientation,unconsciousness, seizures and an inability to swallow.

~ Anyone can be trained to administer this emergency shot. Detailed instructions are inside each kit.~ Glucagon does NOT contain glucose or sugar. It is a natural hormone that sends a message to the liver or

muscles to release stored sugar into the bloodstream.

~ If sugar storage is very low, one shot of Glucagon may not work-another shot may be needed.

~ Contact emergency medical services 9-1-1 REQUEST A PARAMEDIC!

Step-by-Step Glucagon Instructions

1. Inject the entire liquid contents of the syringe, into the small bottle. (Liquid into powder).

Swirl contents in the bottle until mixture is fully dissolved.

2. Use the same syringe, hold bottle upside down. Put the syringe into the bottle and withdraw all liquid.

3. Turn the individual on their side as he/she may vomit.

4. Inject the Glucagon syringe into the arm, leg or buttocks.

5. If the individuals' condition does not improve, a 2nd shot may be necessary.

6. Once the individual is feeling better, a snack with carbohydrates and protein is suggested.

7. **For children 50 pounds and under ask your doctor for specific instructions.


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