Insulin

Question 1

R = Regular, Rapid, Run IV
Onset: 1 hr
Peak: 2 hrs
Duration: 4 hrs
(Clear in bottle)

Answer 1

Regular Insulin

Question 2

N = Not in the bag (no IV)
Not so fast (intermediate)
Not clear (cloudy)
Onset: 6 hrs
Peak: 8-10 hrs
Duration: 12 hrs

Answer 2

NPH Insulin

Question 3

15, 30, 3
Fastest insulin
Given with meals
Onset: 15 min
Peak: 30 min
Duration: 3 hrs

Answer 3

Humalog - LISPRO

Question 4

Long-acting
Slow absorption
Best at bedtime-no risk of hypoglycemia
No peak
Duration 12-24 hrs

Answer 4

Lantus-Glargine

Question 5

Storage tips for insulin

Answer 5

-Check expiration dates
-Refrigerate only before opening
Exp. 30 days after opening (no refrigerating after opening)

Question 6

More exercise means

Answer 6

Less insulin

Question 7

Sick day rules for diabetics

Answer 7

Glucose elevates when sick
-Take insulin even if not eating
-take sips of water
-stay as active as possible

Question 8

5 Steps of drawing up insulin

Answer 8

1. Draw up total dose in air
2. Put air in N vial
3. Put air in R vial
4. Draw up R dose
5. Draw up N dose