Insulin Delivery Methods Quiz

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Which insulin delivery method uses small prefilled insulin cartridges loaded into a penlike holder?

  • Jet injectors
  • Insulin pumps
  • Insulin pens (correct)
  • Traditional subcutaneous injections

What is the primary advantage of insulin pens over traditional subcutaneous injections?

  • Less painful injections
  • Lower cost
  • Longer duration of insulin action
  • No need for insulin bottles (correct)

For whom are insulin pens most useful?

  • Patients with cognitive function impairment
  • Patients with impaired manual dexterity (correct)
  • Patients with vision problems
  • Patients requiring multiple insulin types simultaneously

What is the primary feature of jet injectors as an insulin delivery method?

<p>Delivering insulin through the skin under pressure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which insulin delivery method requires thorough training and supervision when first used?

<p>Jet injectors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of insulin pumps over traditional subcutaneous injections?

<p>More precise insulin dosing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential risk associated with the use of jet injectors for insulin delivery?

<p>Bruising (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of insulin pumps in mimicking a healthy pancreas?

<p>Automated adjustment of insulin delivery based on basal insulin every 5 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of basal rate for insulin delivery through insulin pumps?

<p>0.25 to 2 units per hour (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may increase the risk of DKA in insulin pump therapy?

<p>Unexpected disruptions in the flow of insulin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible disadvantage of insulin pump therapy?

<p>Risk of infection at needle insertion sites (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common concern for patients using insulin pumps?

<p>Inconvenience of wearing the pump 24 hours a day (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for candidates for insulin pump therapy?

<p>Extensive education in the use of the pump and self-management of blood glucose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common risk of insulin pump therapy?

<p>DKA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of interruption in the flow of insulin from the pump?

<p>Hypoglycemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for patients with type 2 diabetes using insulin pumps?

<p>No risk of DKA with interruption of insulin flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential financial barrier for some patients considering insulin pump therapy?

<p>High cost of insulin pump therapy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in minimizing the risk of unexpected disruptions in insulin flow from the pump?

<p>Effective education to produce knowledgeable patients (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of insulin pumps in mimicking a healthy pancreas?

<p>Providing automated systems that can adjust insulin delivery based on basal insulin every 5 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible disadvantage of insulin pump therapy?

<p>Inconvenience of wearing the pump 24 hours a day (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of basal rate for insulin delivery through insulin pumps?

<p>0.25 to 2 units per hour (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for candidates for insulin pump therapy?

<p>Psychological stability and comfort with having diabetes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common concern for patients using insulin pumps?

<p>Inconvenience of wearing the pump 24 hours a day (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common risk of insulin pump therapy?

<p>DKA with interruption of insulin flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for patients with type 2 diabetes using insulin pumps?

<p>No risk of DKA with interruption of insulin flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of insulin pumps over traditional subcutaneous injections?

<p>Automated adjustment of insulin delivery (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may increase the risk of DKA in insulin pump therapy?

<p>Occlusion in the infusion set or tubing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential financial barrier for some patients considering insulin pump therapy?

<p>Cost of the pump and associated supplies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of jet injectors as an insulin delivery method?

<p>Faster absorption of insulin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which insulin delivery method requires thorough training and supervision when first used?

<p>Insulin pumps (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential risk associated with the use of jet injectors for insulin delivery?

<p>Bruising at the injection site (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of interruption in the flow of insulin from the pump?

<p>Increased risk of DKA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for candidates for insulin pump therapy?

<p>Willingness to assess blood glucose levels several times daily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of insulin pumps?

<p>Inconvenience of wearing the pump 24 hours a day (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common risk of insulin pump therapy?

<p>Occurrence of DKA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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