Lispro is an insulin analogue produced by recombinant DNA technology. Which of the following statements about this form of insulin is NOT true?
1. Optimal time of preprandial injection is 15 minutes.
2. Duration of action is increased when the dose is increased.
3. It is compatible with neutral protamine Hagedorn insulin.
4. It has no pronounced peak.
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A) T lymphocytes B) B lymphocytes C) T4 helper cells D) IgG antibodies
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a. The patient can repeat the information. b. The patient learns the information in her mind. c. The patient remembers most of the information given. d. The patient is selective with the information given.
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1. "I cannot do that." 2. "We can investigate this option." 3. "Let's speak with the physician about this request." 4. "Administering a 'placebo' or fake medication is not ethical."