What is the route of administration for oral glucose?

• A. PO (oral)
• B. IV
• C. IM
• D. Subcutaneous

Answer: (A)

Oral glucose is intended to raise blood sugar quickly in a conscious patient who can swallow. The route is by mouth (oral), abbreviated PO. This method allows glucose to be absorbed through the digestive tract, which is how this medication is designed to work. The other routes—intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous—are not used for this product, since it is specifically formulated for oral administration and requires the patient to be able to swallow safely. If the patient cannot protect their airway or swallow, alternative treatments such as IV dextrose or glucagon would be used instead.