When Calculating the Initial Rate of an Insulin Infusion as Treatment

question 29

Multiple Choice

When calculating the initial rate of an insulin infusion as treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis in a patient weighing 80 kg, the nurse should expect to administer insulin at what rate?

• A) 120 units per hour
• B) 80 units per hour
• C) 8 units per hour
• D) 12 units per hour

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