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    ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Proctored Exam

    A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is to start therapy with insulin lispro and insulin glargine.Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationale:Mixing insulin lispro and insulin glargine in the same syringe is not recommended. Insulin glargine has a different pH and mixing it with other insulins could affect its action.Choice B rationale:Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin that is typically given once a day. It provides a steady level of insulin over a 24-hour period.Choice C rationale:Shaking insulin vials is not recommended as it can lead to inaccurate dosing. Instead, insulin vials should be gently rolled between the hands to ensure proper mixing.Choice D rationale:Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting insulin and should be taken right before a meal. This helps to control the blood glucose spike that occurs after eating.

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