Create a Sick-Day Box
From: www.lifescript.com
By The Lifescript Editorial Staff
Published November 13, 2010
When you're feeling under the weather, it's hard to find the
energy to get all the things you need to treat the cold or flu.
It's especially difficult for those with diabetes, as a few
more items are needed. Bayer Healthcare recommends creating a
Sick-Day Box packed with everything you need, especially if
you're the head of the household or live alone. Be sure to
check expiration dates from time to time, and replenish the
box as needed. That way, everything will be at the ready at
the first sign of the sniffles.
Stock your box with these items:
Extra blood glucose and ketone strips - check expiration dates
(You'll need to check your blood sugar and urine ketones every
2 to 4 hours while you're sick.)
Meter and lancets
Record book and pen (for testing results)
Chart from your doctor or diabetes educator showing dosage adjustment
for insulin/oral diabetes medication according to blood sugar and
ketone values
Important telephone numbers (family members, physician, diabetes
educator, taxi, emergency room, advice nurse, etc.)
Kleenex packets and over-the-counter medications for sore throat,
cough, nasal congestion, fever, headache, etc. as recommended by
your doctor or pharmacist
Liquids with carbohydrates, such as canned chicken broth, bottled
ginger ale and canned grape juice
Liquids without carbohydrates, such as bottled water
A list of 15-gram CHO foods and fluids that are usually on hand
(discuss with your dietitian)
Thermometer
Money for taxi fares
A list of signs that indicate you should call your doctor or health
care professional
If you live alone, let a neighbor know you are sick and ask him
or her to check on you.
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