Accurate dosage calculation of insulin lispro is essential for managing type 2 diabetes. Discover the methods for determining the correct dose and the use of insulin pens for safe administration.
Nurse Josie is working on a telemetry unit and caring for Holly, a 62-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes.
Nurse Josie sees that Holly is ordered 3 units of insulin lispro subcutaneously three times daily before meals.
Nurse Josie then checks the supplied insulin pen which has 100 units of insulin per mL.
To administer the dose, Nurse Josie should turn the dial until which number is displayed in the center of the dose window?
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