Which statement about insulin administration is correct?
a. insulin may be given orally, IV, or subcut.
b. insulin injections should be spaced no closer than 1/2 inch apart
c. rotating injection sites improves absorption and prevents lipohypertrophy
d. shake the bottle of intermediate-acting insulin and then draw it into the syringe
Answer: c. rotating injection sites improves absorption and prevents lipohypertrophy
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