Cognitive, perceptual, and motor deficits are part of the constellation of symptoms found in various hypoglycemic conditions. Since neurogenic symptoms and altered states of consciousness affect driving skills, hypoglycemia should be considered a mitigating factor in vehicular accidents.
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