CHECK  BLOOD  GLUCOSE  LEVEL

If available, check blood glucose level (BGL) every 8 hours or more frequently as dictated by casualty status for casualties that are NPO. A low BGL (less than 80 mg/dL) must be treated immediately with oral sugar, juice, or IV glucose. A high BGL (greater than 200 mg/dL) is less dangerous than low glucose and may be treated if the capability is available.20