You are conducting a class on how to self-manage insulin regimens. A patient asks you how long a vial of insulin can be stored at room temperature before it "goes bad." What would be your best answer?
A) If you are going to use up the vial within 1 month it can be kept at room temperature.
B) If a vial of insulin will be used up within 21 days, it may be kept at room temperature.
C) If a vial of insulin will be used up within 2 weeks, it may be kept at room temperature.
D) If a vial of insulin will be used up within 1 week, it may be kept at room temperature.
Ans: A
Feedback: If a vial of insulin will be used up within 1 month, it may be kept at room temperature.
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