Directions: Calculate the Dosage and Shade in the Dosage on the Syringe

question 1

Essay

Directions: Calculate the dosage and shade in the dosage on the syringe where provided.
A client is on a sliding scale for insulin dosages q6h. The order is for Humulin Regular U-100 subcut q6h as follows: Change to new label, see control sheet
Blood Glucose Level
(mg per dL) Regular Insulin
Less than 70 Call MD
201-250 4 units
251-300 6 units
301-350 8 units
351-400 10 units
Greater than 400 Call MD
a. At 8:00 AM the client's blood sugar is 384 mg/dL. Shade in the syringe with the appropriate dosage.

b. At 2:00 PM the client's blood sugar is 310 mg/dL. Shade in the syringe with the appropriate dosage.

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Definitions:

Neandertals

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Neander Valley

A valley in Germany where the first identified Neanderthal fossils were discovered, lending the name to the Neanderthal species.

Fossils

Remains or impressions of ancient organisms preserved in rock, amber, or by petrification, providing evidence of past life on Earth.

U-shaped Arrangement

A specific spatial organization where objects, cells, or structures form the shape of the letter "U", often found in anatomical structures or architectural designs.