Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 598 of 2368
Which blood glucose result meets the definition of severe hypoglycemia?
- 48 mg/dL
- 36 mg/dL
- 58 mg/dL
- 66 mg/dL
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Correct answer: 36 mg/dL
Severe hypoglycemia is a blood glucose level below 40 mg/dL. Levels from 40 to 69 mg/dL are hypoglycemia but not severe.
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Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026