Which item best represents a core component of a hospital glucose management protocol?

• A. Insurance billing
• B. Laundry service
• C. Family counseling
• D. Glucose monitoring protocol

Answer: (D)

A standardized approach to measuring and acting on glucose levels is essential in hospital care. A glucose monitoring protocol provides the exact steps for when to check blood sugar, how often to test, target ranges to aim for, and what actions to take when readings are high or low. This kind of protocol guides insulin dosing, corrections, and escalation of care, helping to prevent hypo- and hyperglycemia and to keep patient management consistent across clinicians and shifts.

Other options relate to hospital operations (billing, laundry) or support services (family counseling) and do not define how glucose is measured or treated. They don’t establish the procedures that directly manage a patient’s glucose levels.