The patient takes his NovoLog 70-30 at 7:00 AM. The nurse suggests the best time to schedule exercise would be at:
a. 7:30 AM before peak action of insulin.
b. 10:00 AM at peak action of insulin.
c. 1:00 PM after peak action of insulin.
d. any time after injection.
C
Exercise should occur after peak action time to prevent hypoglycemia. NovoLog is a rapid-acting insulin that peaks 1 to 3 hours after administration.
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