Nursing School Video: Acronyms for Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia

Introduction

• The video introduces fun acronyms to help remember the symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
• It encourages watching other videos for a detailed explanation of these conditions.

Hypoglycemia

• Acronym: "Cool and clammy, need some candy."
  • Explanation:
    • Cold, frozen, and diaphoretic skin.
    • Indicates low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
    • Suggests the need for sugar or candy to increase blood sugar levels.
  • Blood Sugar Level: Typically occurs when blood sugar is less than 70 mg/dL.
  • Note: Follow the protocol of your facility to determine hypoglycemia levels.

Hyperglycemia

• Acronym: "Hot and dry, sugar high."
  • Explanation:
    • Hot, sweaty skin.
    • Indicates high blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
  • Blood Sugar Level: Generally, hyperglycemia is when the blood sugar is about 110 mg/dL or above.
  • Symptoms: May not appear until blood sugar is quite elevated, at 250 mg/dL or more, depending on the patient’s baseline.

Conclusion

• Use these acronyms to remember key symptoms of hypo and hyperglycemia.
• Encouragement to review symptoms regularly and stay aware of facility protocols.