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c0205847

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A patient receives aspart (NovoLog) insulin at 8:00 AM. Which time will it be most important for the nurse to monitor for symptoms of hypoglycemia?
 
  a. 10:00 AM
  b. 12:00 AM
  c. 2:00 PM
  d. 4:00 PM

Question 2

A 32-year-old patient with diabetes is starting on intensive insulin therapy. Which type of insulin will the nurse discuss using for mealtime coverage?
 
  a. Lispro (Humalog)
  b. Glargine (Lantus)
  c. Detemir (Levemir)
  d. NPH (Humulin N)


memslove

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The rapid-acting insulins peak in 1 to 3 hours. The patient is not at a high risk for hypoglycemia at the other listed times, although hypoglycemia may occur.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Rapid- or short-acting insulin is used for mealtime coverage for patients receiving intensive insulin therapy. NPH, glargine, or detemir will be used as the basal insulin.


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