Diabetic Fainting: What to Do (and What Not To Do)
No. Smelling salts should not be given to a diabetic who has passed out.
Possible Reasons Why
* May not help; the faint can be because of low blood sugar, and smelling salts won't help if that's the cause.
* If diabetic is unconscious or does not regain consciousness quickly (like within a few seconds), turn the person on their side.
* Call 911
* If trained place person into recovery position.
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