Strategies for Emergency Nurses in Caring for Patients with Diabetic Emergencies

  • Naif Mansour Abdullah Jabali et al.
Keywords: emergency nurses, diabetic emergencies, hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, rapid assessment, intravenous access, insulin, dextrose, patient education, monitoring, complications, diabetic ketoacidosis

Abstract

Emergency nurses play a critical role in the management of diabetic emergencies, including hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. A key strategy is rapid assessment and identification of the patient’s condition through vital signs and blood glucose monitoring. Nurses should prioritize establishing intravenous access for administering insulin or dextrose as needed. Additionally, providing patient education about diabetes management can empower patients to recognize and respond to their symptoms effectively in the future. Continuous monitoring for potential complications, such as diabetic ketoacidosis or hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state, is essential to prevent deterioration. Another important strategy involves effective communication and teamwork within the emergency department. Nurses should collaborate closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to create a cohesive treatment plan that addresses both immediate needs and long-term management of diabetes. It is also vital to document the treatment provided and the patient's response meticulously, supporting ongoing care and follow-up. Regular training and simulation exercises relating to diabetic emergencies can help ensure that emergency nursing staff are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively in high-pressure situations.

Author Biography

Naif Mansour Abdullah Jabali et al.

Naif Mansour Abdullah Jabali¹, Ahmed Hamzah Samman², Majed Abdullah Alrasheedi³, Mohammad Neda M. Alutaibi⁴, Abdulaziz Abdullah Yousef Al-Eid⁵, Alhumaid Abdulaziz Abdulrahman M.⁶, Abdulaziz Muqbil Bin Ateeq Alharbi⁷, Abdullah Musaad Obaid Alanazi⁸, Alanazi Falah Dhaher F.⁹, Salem Abdullatif Mohammed Almubarak¹⁰

¹ Senior Specialist-Emergency Care Nursing, Medical Services Ministry of Interior, Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia.
² Specialist-Emergency Medical Services, King Fahad Hospital, Madinah, Madinah Region, Saudi Arabia.
³ Emergency Medical Services Technician, Health Emergency Operation Center, Madinah, Madinah Region, Saudi Arabia.
⁴ Emergency Medical Services, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia.
⁵ Emergency Medical Services, Al-Ahsa Branch of the Ministry of Health, Al-Ahsa, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia.
⁶ Emergency Medical Services, Eradah Hospital and Mental Health, Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia.
⁷ Health Assistant Health Care Security, Wadi Al-Far'a General Hospital, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Region, Saudi Arabia.
⁸ Health Assistant, Crisis and Emergency Management, Hafar Al-Batin, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia.
⁹ Specialist-Nursing, Tayma General Hospital, Tabuk, Tabuk Region, Saudi Arabia.
¹⁰ Emergency Medical Services, Ambulance Transportation, Maternity and Children's Hospital, Al-Ahsa, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia.

Published
2023-02-04
Issue
Vol 2023 No Issue 3 (2023)
Section
Regular Issue
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