Insulin

Question 1

Signs of Hypoglycemia

Answer 1

Tachycardia
Palpitations
Diaphoresis
Shakiness
Gradual onset hypoglycemia may come with HA tremors weakness

Question 2

Fastest Rapid acting insulin Lispro (Humalog)

Answer 2

Onset- less than 15 mins
Peak 30 mins to 1hr
Duration 3-4 hr

Question 3

Fast Short acting Insulin Regular (Humulin R)

Answer 3

Onset 30 mins to 1 hr
Peak 2-3 hours
Duration 5-7 hours

Question 4

Slow Intermediate acting (NPH- Humulin N)

Answer 4

Onset 1-2 hrs
Peak 4-12 hrs
Duration 18-24 hrs

Question 5

Slowest long actin insulin glargine (Lantus)

Answer 5

Onset 1 hr
Peak none
Duration 10-24 hrs