Glycemia and diabetes markers
Fasting glucose : 4.0–6.0 mmol/L. Random glucose : 4.0–11.0 mmol/L. Hypoglycemia : under 4.0 mmol/L. Severe hypoglycemia : under 2.8 mmol/L. HbA1c target : 7.0 % or less (relaxed in frail older adults). Diagnosis : fasting ≥ 7.0, HbA1c ≥ 6.5 %, or random ≥ 11.1 with symptoms Use this sheet in spaced repetition, pair it with a matching clinical scenario on NursEduc, and always compare values to the person's baseline before drawing conclusions. essential lab result interpretation landmarks a nurse or licensed practical nurse in Quebec should keep in mind for clinical practice and for succeeding on the OIIQ or OIIAQ entry exam. The OIIQ expects critical reading of lab results and identification of values requiring immediate nursing action.