Insulin Administration

A nurse is educating a client on self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG) levels. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

A nurse is teaching a client about insulin storage and handling. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

Which type of insulin is cloudy in appearance?

Which type of diabetes typically requires insulin therapy?

Which individuals are candidates for insulin therapy?

A client with diabetes is experiencing hypoglycemia and is conscious. Which intervention should the nurse implement for hypoglycemia management?

What is the purpose of insulin therapy in diabetes management?

How should insulin vials be stored?

Which type of insulin has the fastest onset of action?

A client with diabetes is experiencing hypoglycemia and is conscious. The nurse provides the client with a glucose gel tube. What should the nurse instruct the client to do next?

A client with diabetes is scheduled for surgery and will be fasting before the procedure. How should the nurse instruct the client about monitoring and adjusting insulin therapy on the day of surgery?

A client with type 2 diabetes is learning about self-administration of insulin. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

A client on insulin therapy has been consistently experiencing elevated fasting blood glucose levels. What should the nurse do to monitor and adjust the client's insulin regimen?

A client is prescribed insulin therapy and is experiencing hypoglycemia. The nurse prepares to administer glucagon. How should the nurse explain the dosing of glucagon?

A client with diabetes is prescribed a basal-bolus insulin regimen. The nurse teaches the client about this regimen. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

A client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is prescribed insulin therapy. The client asks the nurse, "Why do I need insulin if I have type 2 diabetes?" Which response by the nurse is accurate?

A client with type 1 diabetes is starting insulin therapy. The client asks the nurse, "How do I know what dose of insulin to take?" What is the nurse's best response?

Which type of insulin is also known as "basal insulin"?

A nurse is preparing to administer insulin lispro (Humalog) to a client. Which action by the nurse indicates the need for further education about insulin administration?

What is the primary purpose of insulin therapy?

A client with diabetes is unconscious and experiencing severe hypoglycemia. What is the appropriate nursing intervention for hypoglycemia management?

A client is receiving insulin therapy for diabetes management. The nurse is providing education about the importance of proper injection techniques. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

Which site is commonly used for insulin injection in children?

Which type of insulin can be used to cover meals and snacks?

A client is receiving multiple daily injections of insulin. Which technique by the client indicates a need for further education?

A client is transitioning from an insulin pump to multiple daily injections. Which of the following statements about mealtime insulin dosing is accurate?

A client with diabetes is experiencing symptoms of hypoglycemia, including sweating, shakiness, and confusion. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for hypoglycemia management?

A client on insulin therapy is planning to engage in increased physical activity. How should the nurse advise the client about monitoring and adjusting insulin therapy?

A client with type 2 diabetes is prescribed insulin therapy. Which of the following statements is correct regarding basal insulin dosing?

How is insulin administered?

A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes about insulin therapy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

When drawing up insulin from two different vials (e.g., rapid-acting and intermediate-acting insulin), which type of insulin should be drawn up first?

Which insulin administration route has the slowest onset of action?

A client is concerned about traveling with insulin and asks the nurse if there are any specific storage recommendations. Which information should the nurse provide regarding insulin storage during travel?

A client with type 1 diabetes is experiencing variability in blood glucose levels throughout the day. What should the nurse teach the client about monitoring and adjusting insulin therapy?

A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes about hypoglycemia management. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

A client with diabetes is learning about managing hypoglycemia. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

A client is prescribed both long-acting and short-acting insulin. Which statement by the client demonstrates an understanding of insulin administration?

A client with diabetes is asking about storing insulin. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education about insulin storage and handling?

A nurse is teaching a client about self-administering insulin. The client asks, "Where is the best site to inject insulin?" Which response is correct?

A client with type 2 diabetes has been on insulin therapy for several months. The client reports frequent episodes of hypoglycemia. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for monitoring and adjusting insulin therapy?

A nurse is teaching a client about storing insulin pens. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of insulin pen storage and handling?

What is the recommended technique for insulin injection?

A client with type 1 diabetes is prescribed an insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio (ICR) of 1:10. How should the nurse explain this dosing to the client?

A client is worried about maintaining the effectiveness of insulin during hot summer months. What guidance should the nurse provide to the client regarding insulin storage and handling in warm weather?

A client with diabetes is prescribed insulin glargine (Lantus) once daily. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education about insulin administration?

A client with diabetes is prescribed both basal and prandial insulin. The nurse is teaching the client about the difference between these two types of insulin. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

A nurse is providing education to a client newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes who will be starting insulin therapy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

Which type of insulin is commonly used in insulin pumps?

A client with type 1 diabetes is starting insulin therapy. The client asks the nurse, "How do I know what dose of insulin to take?" What is the nurse's best response?

A client with diabetes is going on a vacation and asks the nurse about storing insulin while traveling. Which response by the nurse is accurate regarding insulin storage and handling during travel?