Which condition is the most dangerous adverse effect of insulin?
a. Hypoglycemia
b. Hyperglycemia
c. Severe hypotension
d. Development of insulin allergy
A
The main adverse effect of insulin is the lowering of blood glucose levels below normal (hypoglycemia). This response, also called insulin shock, is dangerous because brain cells are very sensitive to low blood glucose levels and the patient can become nonresponsive very quickly. If the problem is not corrected immediately, the patient can die or have irreversible brain damage.
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The nursing assistant is not responsible for determining whether abuse has occurred in the home
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