The Decision May Be Made to Switch from BID NPH

question 15

Multiple Choice

The decision may be made to switch from BID NPH insulin to insulin glargine to improve glycemia control throughout the day.If this is done:

• A) The initial dose of glargine is reduced by 20% to avoid hypoglycemia
• B) The initial dose of glargine is 2 to 10 Units per day
• C) Patients who have been on high doses of NPH will need tests for insulin antibodies
• D) Obese patients may require more than 100 Units per day

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