What does the '15-15 rule' recommend for treating mild hypoglycemia?
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Correct answer: Eat 15 g of carbohydrate, wait 15 minutes, then recheck glucose
The '15-15 rule' suggests eating 15 grams of carbohydrate, waiting 15 minutes, then rechecking blood glucose for mild hypoglycemia.
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