Endocrine System Disorders - Insulin Pt. 2

Question 1

Short-acting Insulins are typically used with meals to control increased ____ with food

Answer 1

glucose level

Question 2

Intermediate-acting Insulins are typically used to control glucose levels ____ between ____

Answer 2

throughout the day between meals

Question 3

Long-acting Insulins are typically used as maintenance therapy to maintain ____

Answer 3

baseline glucose levels

Question 4

What are some short-acting insulins?

Answer 4

• Humulin R
• Novolin R
• Humalog
• Novolog

Question 5

What are some intermediate-acting insulins?

Answer 5

• Humulin N
• Novolin N
• Humalog 70/30

Question 6

What are two long-acting insulins?

Answer 6

Lantus and Levemir

Question 7

Insulins must be stored in a ____

Answer 7

refrigerator

Question 8

Insulins are administered via ____ or ____

Answer 8

via injection under the skin or into the veins

Question 9

Once opened or removed from the refrigerator, an insulin vial is generally good for ____ days at ____ temperature, though the time may vary

Answer 9

28 days at room temperature

Question 10

Only administer insulin via an ____

Answer 10

insulin needle

Question 11

Insulin is measured in ____, not mgs or mLs

Answer 11

units