The nurse is teaching a diabetic patient to self-administer Humulin insulin, supplied in a vial labeled 100 units/mL. The provider has ordered 32 units of Humulin insulin to be taken each morning
How many mL of insulin would the patient prepare for one dose? A) 0.032 mL
B) 0.32 mL
C) 3.2 mL
D) 0.64 mL
B
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There are 100 units in each mL. Divide that amount by 32 units for the answer (0.32 mL).
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