The client has a Humulin R sliding scale subcut every 6 hour…
The client has a Humulin R sliding scale subcut every 6 hours (0800-1400-2000-0200). The sliding scale order is as follows: Blood Glucose Level (mg per dL) Regular Insulin Less than 70 Call MD 201-250 3 units 251-300 6 units 301-350 9 units 351-400 12 units Greater than 400 Call MD At 0800 the client’s blood sugar is 348 mg/dL. How many units will the nurse administer? Round your answer to the nearest whole number.
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The client has a Humulin R sliding scale subcut every 6 hours (0800-1400-2000-0200). The sliding scale order is as follows: Blood Glucose Level (mg per dL) Regular Insulin Less than 70 Call MD 201-250 3 units 251-300 6 units 301-350 9 units 351-400 12 units Greater than 400 Call MD At 0800 the client’s blood sugar is 348 mg/dL. How many units will the nurse administer? Round your answer to the nearest whole number.
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