It was reported that medical attention was sought on (b)(6) 2018 at 5:00 pm after the end user alleged she received higher than normal blood glucose results from her prodigy diabetes meter.The end user was experiencing symptoms associated with pneumonia - coughing, wheezing, heavy breathing and chest pains.The paramedics were called and while waiting on their arrival a blood glucose test was performed with her prodigy diabetes meter and the result was 487 mg/dl.Subsequently upon their arrival the paramedics performed a blood glucose test with their meter and the result was 130 mg/dl.No treatment was administered and the end user was transported to the er.Once she arrived to the er an additional blood glucose test was performed with the hospitals meter and the result was 130 mg/dl and no further treatment was warranted.A chest x-ray was performed with close observation.After 5 hours in the er the end user was discharged and stated she has an upcoming appointment with her pcp and a cardiologist.No additional details were provided in regards to this medical event.
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