6 Questions
What was the primary objective of the study at the regional hospital in New South Wales, Australia?
To explore nurses' decision-making and practice related to insulin administration
What was the target blood glucose range in the intensive insulin therapy group in the NICE-SUGAR trial?
81-108 mg/dl
What is a major concern associated with intensive insulin therapy, particularly in critically ill patients?
Hypoglycemia
What was the outcome of the randomized controlled trial comparing intensive insulin therapy with conventional treatment?
Intensive insulin therapy reduced morbidity and mortality, particularly in surgical patients
What is the primary challenge in managing glycemia in critically ill patients?
Balancing the need to reduce hyperglycemia with the risk of hypoglycemia
What is the significance of the SPRINT trial in the context of intensive insulin therapy?
It raised concerns regarding the safety of tight glucose targets, particularly with regard to hypoglycemia
Test your knowledge on insulin administration practices in ICU settings, including decision-making and glycemic results. Explore the challenges of achieving normoglycemia and avoiding hypoglycemia. Learn about the association between hypoglycemia and patient outcomes.
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