When the Type 1 diabetic patient asks why his 7 AM insulin has been changed from NPH insulin to 70/30 premixed insulin, the nurse explains that 70/30 insulin:
1. is absorbed more rapidly into the bloodstream.
2. has no peak action time and lasts all day.
3. makes insulin administration easier and safer.
4. give a bolus of rapid-acting insulin to prevent hyperglycemia after breakfast.
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70/30 insulin is 30% rapid-acting and 70% intermediate-acting insulin. The rapid action of the 7 AM premixed insulin prevents hyperglycemia after the morning meal.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 1012
OBJ: 10 TOP: Use of 70/30 Insulin
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Physiological Integrity
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