ENDOCRINE: EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL INSULIN PUMP Flashcards by April Groves | Brainscape

Q

Insulin Pump

External Insulin Pump

Function

A

Small continous dose of RAPID or SHORT ACTING/DURATON insulin SQ
Self Admin bolus can be initiated

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Q

Insulin Pump

What kind of insulin is used in an Insulin pump?

A

Short Duration Insulin

(Rapid or Short-Acting)

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Q

Insulin Pump

Difference between External and Internal Pump

A

External is not surgically attached to the pancreas

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