Hypoglycemia Teaching 775
Patient was instructed on hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia may result from a variety of causes that include: Other causes. Hypoglycemia also may occur, though rarely with prolonged fasting or missed meals, severe malnutrition, or prolonged strenuous exercise.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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