"SIGNS & SYMPTOMS"

Things to look for when working with the elderly........

HYPERGLYCEMIA:(Excessive level of blood sugar)

* Gradual Onset
* Drowsiness
* Deep, difficult breathing
* Nausea
* Hot,flushed, dry skin
* Mental confusion
* Loss of consciousness
* Sweet odor to breath

HYPOGLYCEMIA: (Low blood sugar)

* Sudden onset
* Nervousness
* Shallow breathing
* Hunger
* Moist, pale skin
* Mental confusion
   Vision disturbance
* Loss of consciousness