A person experiencing a diabetic emergency is conscious but I cannot swallow you should what?

If a person experiencing a diabetic emergency is conscious but unable to swallow, you should take the following steps:

- Call 911 immediately. Diabetic emergencies can be life-threatening, and it's important to get medical help as soon as possible.

- Try to give the person glucagon. Glucagon is a hormone that helps raise blood sugar levels. It can be given through an injection or a nasal spray. If the person is able to swallow, you can give them a glucagon tablet. If they are unable to swallow, you can give them a glucagon injection.

- Help the person lie down on their side. This will help to prevent them from choking if they vomit.

- Stay with the person until medical help arrives.

Do not give the person any food or drink by mouth. This could cause them to choke.

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