A nurse is preparing to administer short-acting insulin to a patient with type 1 diabetes. Which of the following should the nurse keep in mind regarding this insulin type?
It has a peak effect of 4-6 hours.
It should be given once daily in the evening.
It starts to take effect within 30 minutes to 1 hour after administration.
It has a duration of action of 24 hours.
The Correct Answer is C
A. It has a peak effect of 4-6 hours is incorrect; short-acting insulin typically peaks between 2 to 3 hours after administration.
B. It should be given once daily in the evening is incorrect; short-acting insulin is usually administered before meals, not as a once-daily dose.
C. It starts to take effect within 30 minutes to 1 hour after administration is correct; this timing is critical for managing blood glucose levels during meals.
D. It has a duration of action of 24 hours is incorrect; short-acting insulin usually has a duration of about 3 to 6 hours.
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