| When a patient is able to swallow, the first line of defense is to administer oral glucose or some substance that is high in simple sugar, such as honey or orange juice with 2-3 of teaspoons. of sugar added. The ALS protocol should be enforced if the patient is not alert or is unable to swallow and hypoglycemia is suspected. If a stroke is suspected, use caution and follow stroke protocol. | | | | | | | | |
