Treatment of hyperglycemia should focus on:
a. Administration of dextrose 50%
b. Administration of large amounts of insulin
c. Fluid administration for dehydration
d. Administration of glucagon to decrease blood sugar levels
c
Rationale: a. Dextrose would further elevate blood sugar levels.
b. Insulin is not administered in the field and must be carefully administered according to patient need.
c. Correct.
d. Glucagon would cause an increase in blood sugar levels.
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