A patient who received 22 units of regular insulin an hour ago is now pale, sweaty, and has trembling hands, but is alert and able to talk. What is your best first action?
a. Prepare to administer intravenous (IV) glucose immediately.
b. Check the patient's blood glucose level immediately.
c. Notify the prescriber or rapid response team immediately.
d. Give the patient a snack containing protein and a complex carbohydrate immediately.
ANS: B
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