Insulin

Question 1

What is insulin?

Answer 1

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood glucose levels.

Question 2

Name the four main types of insulin.

Answer 2

Rapid-acting, Short-acting, Intermediate-acting, Long-acting.

Question 3

Which insulin type is known for its quick onset of action?

Answer 3

Rapid-acting insulin.

Question 4

True or False: Long-acting insulin provides a peak effect.

Answer 4

False.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The primary action of insulin is to lower _____ levels in the blood.

Answer 5

glucose

Question 6

What is the common name for insulin lispro?

Answer 6

Humalog.

Question 7

What type of insulin is NPH?

Answer 7

Intermediate-acting insulin.

Question 8

Name one adverse effect of insulin therapy.

Answer 8

Hypoglycemia.

Question 9

True or False: Insulin can cause weight gain in patients.

Answer 9

True.

Question 10

What is the typical route of administration for insulin?

Answer 10

Subcutaneous injection.

Question 11

What is the primary contraindication for insulin use?

Answer 11

Hypoglycemia.

Question 12

Name a rapid-acting insulin.

Answer 12

Insulin aspart (Novolog).

Question 13

What is the peak time for short-acting insulin?

Answer 13

2 to 3 hours after administration.

Question 14

Which insulin type has the longest duration of action?

Answer 14

Long-acting insulin.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: Insulin glargine is an example of _____ insulin.

Answer 15

long-acting

Question 16

What is the onset time for rapid-acting insulin?

Answer 16

10 to 30 minutes.

Question 17

True or False: Insulin must be refrigerated until use.

Answer 17

True.

Question 18

What is the main action of insulin in the liver?

Answer 18

To promote glucose storage as glycogen.

Question 19

Name an intermediate-acting insulin.

Answer 19

Insulin NPH.

Question 20

What is a common side effect of insulin therapy aside from hypoglycemia?

Answer 20

Injection site reactions.

Question 21

True or False: Insulin can be taken orally.

Answer 21

False.

Question 22

What is the recommended site for subcutaneous insulin injection?

Answer 22

Abdomen.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: Insulin detemir is classified as a _____ insulin.

Answer 23

long-acting

Question 24

What is the duration of action for short-acting insulin?

Answer 24

4 to 6 hours.

Question 25

What is the primary function of insulin in muscle tissue?

Answer 25

To facilitate glucose uptake.

Question 26

Name one contraindication for insulin use aside from hypoglycemia.

Answer 26

Allergic reaction to insulin.

Question 27

What is the common name for insulin glulisine?

Answer 27

Apidra.

Question 28

What is the peak time for long-acting insulin?

Answer 28

Typically, it has no pronounced peak.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: Insulin can be delivered via _____ pumps.

Answer 29

insulin

Question 30

True or False: Insulin can be mixed with other insulins in the same syringe.

Answer 30

True, but only certain types.

Question 31

What is the onset time for intermediate-acting insulin?

Answer 31

1 to 2 hours.

Question 32

What type of insulin is usually prescribed for patients needing basal insulin coverage?

Answer 32

Long-acting insulin.

Question 33

Name a short-acting insulin.

Answer 33

Regular insulin (Humulin R).

Question 34

What is a potential risk of insulin overdose?

Answer 34

Severe hypoglycemia.

Question 35

Fill in the blank: Insulin promotes the conversion of glucose to _____ in the liver.

Answer 35

glycogen

Question 36

True or False: Insulin can be used to treat Type 1 diabetes only.

Answer 36

False, it can also be used in Type 2 diabetes.

Question 37

What is the preferred method for administering insulin in children?

Answer 37

Subcutaneous injection.

Question 38

What can happen if insulin is not stored properly?

Answer 38

It can lose its effectiveness.

Question 39

Name a long-acting insulin.

Answer 39

Insulin glargine (Lantus).

Question 40

What should patients do if they miss a dose of insulin?

Answer 40

Take it as soon as they remember, unless it's close to the next dose.

Question 41

Fill in the blank: Insulin acts on _____ receptors to exert its effects.

Answer 41

insulin

Question 42

True or False: Insulin therapy can be adjusted based on blood glucose monitoring.

Answer 42

True.

Question 43

What is the role of glucagon in relation to insulin?

Answer 43

Glucagon raises blood glucose levels, counteracting insulin.

Question 44

What is the standard concentration of insulin in most vials?

Answer 44

100 units/mL.

Question 45

What should be monitored regularly in patients on insulin therapy?

Answer 45

Blood glucose levels.

Question 46

Fill in the blank: Insulin resistance is a characteristic of _____ diabetes.

Answer 46

Type 2

Question 47

True or False: Insulin can be administered intramuscularly.

Answer 47

False.

Question 48

What is the action of insulin on fat tissue?

Answer 48

To promote fat storage and inhibit lipolysis.

Question 49

Name one common insulin regimen used for Type 1 diabetes.

Answer 49

Basal-bolus insulin regimen.

Question 50

What is the purpose of using insulin analogs?

Answer 50

To provide more predictable pharmacokinetics.

Question 51

Fill in the blank: The primary action of insulin is to facilitate the uptake of _____ by cells.

Answer 51

glucose

Question 52

True or False: Insulin can be used in emergency situations to treat hyperglycemia.

Answer 52

True.

Question 53

What is the action of insulin on the kidneys?

Answer 53

To promote sodium retention and potassium uptake.

Question 54

Name an insulin that has an onset time of less than 15 minutes.

Answer 54

Insulin lispro (Humalog).