A client tells the nurse that she is not feeling well and that she thinks she is having a "sugar low." What symptoms would tend to corroborate the client's self-diagnosis? (Select all that apply.)
A) Inability to concentrate
B) Hyperactivity
C) Slurred speech
D) Confusion
E) Fruity breath

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Symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) include inability to concentrate, slurred speech, and confusion. These symptoms occur because the brain requires a constant supply of glucose to function properly. Hyperactivity is more commonly associated with high blood sugar, and fruity breath is a sign of ketoacidosis, which can occur with high blood sugar levels.

A Client Tells the Nurse That She Is Not Feeling