Insulin

Question 1

Insulin- Name

Answer 1

NPH

Humulin

Novolin

Question 2

Insulin- Class

Answer 2

Hormone

Question 3

Insulin- MoA

Answer 3

Necessary for carrier mediated transport of glucose into body’s cells

Promotes conversion of glucose to glycogen to lower blood glucose levels

Question 4

Insulin- Indication

Answer 4

Hyperglycemia

Question 5

Insulin- Contra

Answer 5

None

Question 6

Insulin- S/E

Answer 6

Neurological: hypoglycemia

Question 7

Insulin- Routes

Answer 7

IVPB, SQ

Question 8

Insulin- A. Dose

Answer 8

10-25 units

infused at a rate of 0.1 U/kg/hr

Question 9

Insulin- P. Dose

Answer 9

10-25 units

infused at a rate of 0.1 U/kg/hr

Question 10

Insulin- EXTRAS

Answer 10

Precautions: None

Interactions: Beta blockers may mask certain signs of hypoglycemia

Onset in 30 minutes to 1 hour and may last 2-3 hours

Obtain blood glucose level prior to administering.

Insulin must be refrigerated if kept for greater than one month so when checking for home medications, check in the refrigerator as well