Insulin

Question 1

Insulin Trade name

Answer 1

Humulin, Novolin, NPH

Question 2

Insulin Class

Answer 2

Hormone, Hypoglycemic agent

Question 3

Insulin Action

Answer 3

Lowers blood glucose levels, promotes the conversion of glucose to glycogen

Question 4

Insulin Indications

Answer 4

DKA, Severely elevated BSG levels

Question 5

Insulin Contraindications

Answer 5

Hypoglycemia

Question 6

Insulin Adult Dose

Answer 6

Dependent on type of insulin used

Question 7

Insulin Pedi Dose

Answer 7

0.1 unit/kg IV

Question 8

Insulin Side Effects

Answer 8

Hypoglycemia, N/V

Question 9

Insulin Onset

Answer 9

30-60 min

Question 10

Insulin Duration

Answer 10

2-3 hours