The nurse receives the following order for insulin: IV NPH (Humulin NPH) 10 units. The nurse will perform which action?
a. Administer the dose as ordered.
b. Clarify the insulin type and route.
c. Give the drug subcutaneously.
d. Question the insulin dose.
ANS: B
Only regular insulin can be given intravenously. The nurse should clarify the order. It is not correct to give Humulin NPH insulin IV. The nurse should not administer the drug by a different route without first discussing with the provider.
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