A patient is ordered to receive insulin lispro at mealtimes. The nurse will instruct this patient to administer the medication at which time?
a. 5 minutes before eating
b. 15 minutes after eating
c. 30 minutes before eating
d. 10 minutes after eating
ANS: A
Lispro acts faster than other insulins, and patients should be taught to give this medication not more than 5 minutes before eating.
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