What can occur if hypoglycemia is not treated promptly?

• A. Lapse into coma
• B. Weight gain
• C. Increased appetite
• D. Improved energy

Answer: (A)

The main concept here is that untreated hypoglycemia can progress from brain fuel shortage to severe brain dysfunction. When glucose is too low, the brain doesn’t have the energy it needs, and mental status deteriorates from mild symptoms toward loss of consciousness. If not corrected promptly, this can escalate to seizures and eventually coma, which is why coma is the best answer. Weight gain and improved energy are not outcomes of low blood sugar, and while a person may feel increased hunger early on, that doesn’t describe a progression to a dangerous state.