The nurse in the medical department is preparing to administer Humalog insulin to a client with Type I DM. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
a) Ensure the client is wearing a MedicAlert bracelet
b) Administer the dose according to the regular insulin sliding scale
c) Assess the client for hypoglycemia in 2 to 4 hours after administration
d) Make sure the client eats the food on the meal tray that is at the bedside
Ans: d) Make sure the client eats the food on the meal tray that is at the bedside
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