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Which type of insulin has a rapid onset and early peak of activity?
Which type of insulin has a rapid onset and early peak of activity?
- Insulin Aspart
- Insulin Glulisine
- Insulin Lispro (correct)
- Regular Insulin
What is the clinical use of Regular Insulin?
What is the clinical use of Regular Insulin?
- Given in combo w/ regular insulin and rapid acting insulin
- Emergency control for uncomplicated diabetic ketoacidosis
- Preferred insulin for continuous sc infusion devices
- Control postprandial glucose levels (correct)
Which type of insulin provides a peakless basal level of insulin that lasts for more than 20 hours?
Which type of insulin provides a peakless basal level of insulin that lasts for more than 20 hours?
- Insulin Aspart
- Insulin glargine (correct)
- Insulin detemir
- Insulin Lispro
What is the MOA (mechanism of action) of Insulin?
What is the MOA (mechanism of action) of Insulin?
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When is Neutral protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin typically given?
When is Neutral protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin typically given?
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Study Notes
Insulin Types and Characteristics
- Rapid-acting insulin has a rapid onset and early peak of activity.
- Regular insulin is used for clinical purposes.
Insulin Mechanism of Action and Duration
- Insulin's mechanism of action involves regulating blood sugar levels by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.
Long-Acting Insulin
- A type of insulin provides a peakless basal level of insulin that lasts for more than 20 hours.
Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH) Insulin
- NPH insulin is typically administered at bedtime or before breakfast.
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