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Week 5 Pharmacology

Week 5 Types of Insulin syringes

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What are the advantages of using an insulin pump? - Portable - Implantable - Programmable - No need for multiple injections
Where is the catheter inserted when an insulin pump is used? Subcutaneous layer
What are the advantages of programming bolus doses using an insulin pump? - Delivers different rates at different times - Overrides capability for times of extra activity - Provides programmable extra dosing at mealtimes
Each calibration on a single-scale 1-mL syringe represents unit(s). 2
Which type of insulin syringe is ideal for patients with vision problems? single scale 1 mL
The dosage in this syringe is ____ unit(s). 31
This syringe is filled with ______ unit(s) of insulin 47
This syringe has ________ units of insulin. 58
What serious complication can develop if an insulin pump is stopped without supplemental coverage? Ketoacidosis
What is the correct order of the steps necessary to stop or interrupt an insulin pump for a medical intervention? Rearrange them correctly. Check the blood glucose level before disconnecting the pump. - Supply supplemental insulin that may be needed during the procedure - Plan for any IV insulin administration that may be needed durin - Test blood glucose again after reconnecting the pump
What is the benefit of continuous dosage basal insulin? Keeps blood sugar in range overnight
Created by: Brandi Sizemore
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