Dextrose

Question 1

Dextrose Trade Name

Answer 1

D50W, D25W, D10W

Question 2

Dextrose Class

Answer 2

Hyperglycemic Agent, carbohydrate

Question 3

Dextrose Action

Answer 3

increases blood glucose levels to provide an immediate source of glucose that can be rapidly used for cellular metabolism

Question 4

Dextrose Indications

Answer 4

hypoglycemia, altered level of consciousness of unknown origin

Question 5

Dextrose Contraindications

Answer 5

None in the emergency setting

Question 6

Dextrose Adult Dose

Answer 6

• 25 g (50 mL) D50W
• 25 g (250 mL) D10W

Question 7

Dextrose Pedi Dose

Answer 7

0.5–1 g/kg D25W; use D10W for neonates

Question 8

Dextrose Side Effects

Answer 8

Venous irritation

Question 9

Dextrose Onset

Answer 9

30–60 seconds