Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes and a new prescription for 14 units of regular insulin and 28 units of NPH insulin subcutaneously at breakfast daily. What is the total number of units of insulin that the nurse should prepare in the insulin syringe?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The total insulin is calculated by adding 14 units of regular insulin and 28 units of NPH insulin, resulting in 42 units.