| Rebound Hypoglycemia |  |  |
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Gradual termination prevents rebound hypoglycemia, especially for diabetic, septic, and stressed patients.
The
endocrine system adjusts to a continuous infusion of dextrose by secreting
a certain level of insulin. If the dextrose supply is withdrawn suddenly,
the insulin level will not adjust right away, resulting in a relative
insulin excess and hypoglycemia.
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