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Herzing University NSG130 Questions
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After administration of 10 units of insulin, a patient’s blood glucose dropped to 6.2 mmol/L. What does this indicate?
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Rationale: Insulin is a hormone that facilitates glucose uptake by cells, thereby reducing circulating blood glucose levels. The scenario describes a decrease in blood glucose to 6.2 mmol/L, which falls within the normal post-treatment range for a diabetic patient. This indicates effective glycemic control without hypoglycemia. Insulin resistance would manifest as persistent hyperglycemia despite dosing, and hyperglycemia itself is defined by elevated glucose levels. Thus, the patient’s response demonstrates therapeutic efficacy. The rationale reflects the pharmacodynamic goal of insulin therapy: restoring euglycemia by promoting cellular glucose utilization and glycogen synthesis.
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