A client's 12:00 noon blood glucose was inaccurately documented as XXXXXXXXXXmmol/L) instead of XXXXXXXXXXmmol/L). This error was not noticed until 1:00 PM. The nurse administered the sliding scale...


A client's 12:00 noon blood glucose was inaccurately documented as 310 (17.2 mmol/L) instead of 130 (7.2 mmol/L). This error was not noticed until 1:00 PM. The nurse administered the sliding scale insulin for a blood glucose of 310 (17.2 mmol/L). What should the nurse do first?


1. Notify the physician.


2. Assess for hypoglycemia.


3. Consult with the clinical pharmacist.


4. Call the charge nurse.



May 03, 2022
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