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maychende

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on: Jul 3, 2018
Which specific part of the following sliding scale would necessitate clarification with the prescriber?
 
  Blood Glucose Level (mg per dL) Regular Insulin (units subcut)
  0-180 0 units
  180-250 2 units
  251-300 4 units
  300-350 6 units
  Over 350 8 units and call MD

Question 2

What serious ADE could the nurse expect if the dose prepared for an order of 4 units of Regular insulin and 26 units of intermediate acting insulin was reversed?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


duy1981999

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The 180 level is indicated for two of the orders: 0 and 2 units.

Answer to Question 2

The patient would rapidly become hypoglycemic and have high probability of insulin shock.


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