01
Front
What does basal insulin provide in a basal–bolus plan?
Back
Basal insulin provides background coverage between meals and overnight.
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02
Front
How should rapid-acting insulin timing be coordinated with a meal?
Back
Coordinate it with the meal according to the prescription and product instructions; timing differs among products.
03
Front
Who should guide a change in insulin dose or type?
Back
Never change or substitute an insulin dose or type without guidance from the prescribing clinician.
04
Front
Why rotate insulin injection points?
Back
Rotate injection points within an appropriate body area to help prevent lipohypertrophy and support consistent absorption.
05
Front
Why avoid repeating a rapid-acting correction dose too soon?
Back
Follow the prescribed correction schedule and account for insulin still active; doses given too close together can cause hypoglycemia.
06
Front
What should a bystander do if a person with suspected severe hypoglycemia is unconscious?
Back
Give prescribed glucagon if available and call emergency services. Give nothing by mouth because of choking risk.
07
Front
What is the role of mealtime insulin?
Back
Mealtime insulin covers food-related glucose rises and may include a prescribed correction dose.
08
Front
When is regular human insulin commonly taken for a meal?
Back
It is commonly taken about 30 minutes before a meal, unless the specific instructions say otherwise.
09
Front
What should you do if a meal is delayed after taking mealtime insulin?
Back
Follow the care plan for delayed or missed meals, check glucose as directed, and seek help if unsure; do not guess or repeat the dose.
10
Front
Should someone with type 1 diabetes stop basal insulin because they are not eating?
Back
People with type 1 diabetes need ongoing insulin, including basal coverage, even when they are not eating; follow an individualized plan.
11
Front
Which injection sites should be avoided?
Back
Use appropriate subcutaneous sites; avoid muscle, scars, and damaged skin.
12
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What should you verify before each insulin injection?
Back
Check the product name and prescribed dose before each injection, and follow that product’s storage, expiration, and in-use instructions.
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