You are called to care for an elderly obese woman who is found on the floor in the grocery store. She appears alert, but confused when questioned. No one appears to be with the woman, and no one saw her fall. Her skin is cool, clammy, and her pulse is weak and rapid. You ask her if she takes any medicine, or if she has any medical problems, and she repeats multiple times, the sugars!. It is also hard to understand the woman, as she does not appear to have any teeth. You should suspect your patient is:A. Diabetic and hypoglycemic.B. Diabetic and hyperglycemic.C. Hypertensive and having a stroke.D. Overheated and having heat stroke.
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