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Ask your doctor about his/her particular sick day instructions!!!
People with diabetes have extra concerns on sick days.
Many illnesses, symptoms, or even the stress
related to illness can disrupt blood glucose control!
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Check your blood glucose frequently
and keep a written record |
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Drink plenty of liquids |
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Try to eat
Frequent helpings of soup, toast, small amounts of carbohydrate-containing
liquids (regular soft drinks, juice) or soft foods (Jell-O, popsicles)
can help prevent potential problems
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Replace electrolytes
If you are vomiting or have diarrhea or a fever, you should eat
small amounts of salted foods and/or liquids (crackers, broth). |
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Take medications as prescribed
Continue to take your diabetes medications. Be sure your healthcare
provider knows what medications you are taking because some of
them may affect your blood glucose. |
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Rest |
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If you are on insulin test
for ketones if your blood sugar is above 240
Different products for monitoring your urine are available at your
pharmacy.
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Maintain contact with a family member or friend
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