The nurse needs to monitor aclient's blood sugar after administration of insulin regular (Humulin R). When does the nurse expect to assess the client's blood sugar based on the peak action of the medication?
1. In 2 to 4 hours
2. In 15 to 30 minutes
3. In 1 to 2 hours
4. In 4 to 6 hours
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Rationale 1: Regular insulin is a short-action insulin with peak activity between 2 and 4 hours. Onset is usually in 15 to 30 minutes.
Rationale 2: Regular insulin is a short-action insulin with peak activity between 2 and 4 hours. Onset is usually in 15 to 30 minutes.
Rationale 3: Regular insulin is a short-action insulin with peak activity between 2 and 4 hours. Onset is usually in 15 to 30 minutes.
Rationale 4: Regular insulin is a short-action insulin with peak activity between 2 and 4 hours. Onset is usually in 15 to 30 minutes.
Global Rationale: Regular insulin is a short-action insulin with peak activity between 2 and 4 hours. Onset is usually in 15 to 30 minutes.
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