All about Insulin Flashcards
(35 cards)
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
To regulate blood glucose levels.
What type of insulin is known for its rapid onset and short duration?
Rapid-acting insulin.
Usually Bolus Dose Insulins:
FIASP, Aspart, Lispro
Name a common example of rapid-acting insulin.
Lispro (Lyumjev)
What is the typical onset time for short-acting insulin?
30 minutes
Fill in the blank: Long-acting insulin provides a _______ release of insulin.
steady
What is the main use of premixed insulin?
To combine both rapid-acting and intermediate-acting insulin for convenience, and fewer injections per day.
Which type of insulin is typically used in a pump?
Rapid-acting insulin, because it’s typically responding to prandial blood sugar levels.
What is the duration of action for long-acting insulin?
Up to 24 hours.
What is the one insulin that can be taken by inhalation?
Afrezza (rapid acting, human insulin) by MannKind Corp.
Name some examples of long-acting insulin.
Intermediate: NPH
Long: Detemir, Glargine
Ultralong: Glargine U300, Degludec
How often is long-acting insulin typically administered?
Once or twice daily.
What is the purpose of using a sliding scale for insulin administration?
To adjust bolus insulin dose based on carb consumption and current blood glucose levels.
Which type of insulin has the longest duration of action?
Ultra-long-acting insulin.
Fill in the blank: Insulin pens are a convenient method for _______ insulin delivery.
subcutaneous.
What is the primary difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes regarding insulin?
Type 1 diabetes requires insulin replacement, while Type 2 diabetes may require insulin due to insulin resistance.
What is a common side effect of insulin therapy?
Hypoglycemia.
Name three methods of insulin administration.
Subcutaneous injection.
Insulin Pump
Inhalation, e.g. Afreeza
What is the role of basal insulin in diabetes management?
To maintain healthy fasting blood glucose levels throught the day/between meals.
Which type of insulin is typically used for meal-time blood sugar spikes?
Rapid-acting insulin.
Fill in the blank: Insulin _______ is a condition where the body does not respond properly to insulin.
resistance.
What is the typical onset time for rapid-acting insulin?
15 minutes.
Name two brands of premixed insulin.
Humulin and Humalog (Lilly) and Novolin and Novalog (Novo Nordisk)
What is the main goal of insulin therapy in diabetes management?
To achieve and maintain optimal blood glucose control.
What is the typical action duration of intermediate-acting insulin?
10 to 16 hours.
