A patient with type 2 diabetes is hospitalized and placed on an insulin regimen that includes a low dose correction insulin scale. Prior to lunch, the patient’s blood glucose reading is 175 mg/dL. How many units of rapid-acting insulin should the nurse administer?
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BNo rapid-acting insulin should be given, and the nurse should recheck blood glucose after one hour
C2 units
D1 unit
✓ Correct answer: C. 2 unitsAnswer: 2 units Using the low dose correction insulin scale, for a blood glucose level of 175 mg/dL, 2 units of rapid-acting insulin are to be administered. On the low dose correction insulin scale, 1 unit of rapid-acting insulin is given for blood glucose levels between 140-160 mg/dL, and 4 units are given for levels between 180-200 mg/dL. Rechecking the blood glucose without administering insulin isn't appropriate as the blood glucose level of 175 mg/dL requires intervention based on the low dose correction insulin scale.
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