Description

Insulin coma refers to a state of unconsciousness caused by severely low blood sugar levels, often due to excessive insulin administration in diabetic patients. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment to restore normal glucose levels and consciousness.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'coma insulínico' is the standard term used in clinical settings. Common variants may include colloquial terms like 'shock insulínico' or regional terms that might not be widely understood. It is crucial to maintain a formal register and avoid using informal language when interpreting this term.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was admitted to the emergency room in insulin coma after taking too much medication.

ES: El paciente fue admitido en la sala de emergencias en coma insulínico después de haber tomado demasiada medicación.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'insulin coma' with 'diabetic coma'; mispronouncing 'insulínico' as 'insulinico'; using informal language when interpreting the term.