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The results will be inaccu-
rately low.
Blood glucose results obtained
with the ONE TOUCH
Meter may be significantly
lower than the true concentra-
tions if excessive water loss
or dehydration occurs. This
has been reported in the
medical literature for leading
blood glucose monitoring
products.
Severe dehydration
1,2
can lead to many serious
complications. One complica-
tion which is of particular
importance in diabetes man-
agement is a hyperglycemic-
hyperosmolar state, with or
without ketosis, which may be
life-threatening if left untreated.
The following factors can lead
to severe dehydration:
II
• vomiting and diarrhea
®
• prescription drugs; i.e.,
diuretics
• inability to recognize
or respond to "thirst"
sensations
• sustained uncontrolled
diabetes (very high blood
glucose over a long period
of time)
• shock (severe hypertension
or high blood pressure)
2,10
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