You Are Preparing to Mix Short-Acting and Long-Acting Insulin

question 1

Short Answer

You are preparing to mix short-acting and long-acting insulin. Prioritize these steps accordingly. (Separate letters with a comma and space as follows: A, B, C, D, E, F.)
A) Withdraw prescribed amount of short-acting insulin.
B) Inject air into short-acting insulin.
C) Check medications with eMAR and MAR using three medication checks.
D) Choose and prepare site before injection.
E) Withdraw prescribed amount of long-acting insulin.
F) Inject air into long-acting insulin.

• A) Withdraw prescribed amount of short-acting insulin.
• B) Inject air into short-acting insulin.
• C) Check medications with eMAR and MAR using three medication checks.
• D) Choose and prepare site before injection.
• E) Withdraw prescribed amount of long-acting insulin.
• F) Inject air into long-acting insulin.

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Definitions:

Cough Reflex

A rapid expulsion of air from the lungs typically triggered by irritation or obstruction in the air passages, serving as a protective mechanism to clear the trachea and bronchi.

Mucus

A slimy substance produced by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication and protection of various internal body surfaces.

Upper Respiratory Tract

Nasal cavity, pharynx, and associated structures.

Pharynx

The muscular tube that forms part of the digestive and respiratory systems, connecting the mouth and nasal cavity to the esophagus and larynx.