When preparing to administer intravenous insulin, the nurse knows that the insulin that may be given intravenously is:
a. regular. c. lente.
b. NPH. d. ultralente.
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the insulin that can be administered IV.
B Incorrect: NPH is given SC only.
C Incorrect: Lente is given SC only.
D Incorrect: Ultralente is given SC only.
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