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A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus is admitted with hyperglycemia. The nurse administers regular insulin as ordered. When should the nurse expect the insulin to begin acting?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Regular insulin, a short-acting insulin, typically begins acting within 15 to 30 minutes after subcutaneous administration, making it effective for rapid blood glucose control.