Sick Day Management
- If someone becomes ill and dehydrated, they must be aware of certain medications that they should stop.
| Considerations | |
| Hydration | · Stay well hydrated |
| Blood sugar testing |
· Be vigilant if you find your blood sugars to be too high or too low
· Make sure your know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) |
| Medication adjustments |
· Insulin, metformin, and sulfonylureas may all need to be adjusted
· Be aware that some over the counter products such as cough and cold items may contain high amounts of sugar. Ask your pharmacist for sugar-free or diabetes friendly products |
| Meal adjustments |
· Carefully consider which foods will impact your blood sugars. Be wary of sugary “sick foods” such as ginger ale and honey
· Review your meals and make adjustments if your blood sugar is too high or too low |
| Contact your physician |
· If you have frequent diarrhea
· If your blood sugar is too far outside your targets |
- Speak with your family physician to come up with a plan for sick day management
