A critically ill patient requires IV insulin for persistent hyperglycemia. Current fingerstick blood glucose is 68 mg/dL. According to international critical care guidelines, which nursing intervention is indicated?
1. Call for a laboratory glucose test.
2. Increase the rate of the insulin drip by 2 units per hour.
3. Administer 10 mL of D5W by bolus injection.
4. Administer 0.5 g sugar dissolved in orange juice by mouth.
Answer: 1
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