You have been called for an adult male patient who is hypoglycemic and responsive to painful stimuli. The family has oral glucose and wants you to administer it. However, at this time, your medical director has not authorized this agent's use and there are no protocols regarding its use. Given the patient's condition and the family's request, which action should you take?

Acute Diabetic Complications can include diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, or death.