The nurse is instructing a client on the speed in which some insulins take effect. During these instructions, the nurse should include that which of the following insulins has the fastest peak?
1. Glargine
2. Lispro
3. NPH
4. Regular
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Lispro (Humalog) is classified as an ultra-short-acting insulin that peaks in 30 to 90 minutes after subcutaneous injection. Regular is a short-acting insulin that peaks in 2 to 4 hours. NPH peaks in 4 to 12 hours. Glargine takes effect in 2 to 4 hours and has no peak.
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A) Valid instrument B) Reliable instrument C) Trustworthy instrument D) Dependable instrument