Random Blood Glucose. The average level of glucose in the bloodstream of a normal adult ranges from 70 to 130 mg/dL before meals and less than 180 milligrams per deciliter, or mg/dL, 2 hours after starting a meal, according to the American Diabetes Association.A random blood glucose test can be done at any time.he average level of glucose in the bloodstream of a normal adult ranges from 70 to 130 mg/dL before meals and less than 180 milligrams per deciliter, or mg/dL, 2 hours after starting a meal, according to the American Diabetes Association. A random blood glucose test can be done at any time.
Subcutaneous fluids may be given as often as is needed, but for most cats that require fluid supplementation, SQ. fluids are most often provided between once a week and once a day (with 2-3 times weekly being most common).
These injections are given because there is little blood flow to fatty tissue, and the injected medication is. generally absorbed more slowly, sometimes over 24 hours. Some medications that can be injected. subcutaneously are growth hormone, insulin, epinephrine, and other substances. Preparing to give medication. Subcutaneous injections are not given if the skin is burned, hardened, inflamed, swollen, or damaged by a. previous injection. 1. Wash your hands thoroughly. This is the best way to prevent infection.