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ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse administers subcutaneous NPH insulin at 0700 to a child who has diabetes. At which of the following times should the nurse observe for hypoglycemia caused by the onset of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: 1000. NPH insulin typically starts working within 1 to 2 hours after administration, peaks in 4 to 12 hours, and lasts up to 24 hours. Since the nurse administered the insulin at 0700, the onset of hypoglycemia should be observed around 0900 to 1100.
Choice A (715) is too soon for onset.
Choice B (800) falls within the expected onset time, but it may be too early for hypoglycemia.
Choice C (900) is also within the expected onset time frame, but waiting until 1000 (
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D) allows for a more accurate observation of hypoglycemia as the peak effect of NPH insulin is approaching.
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