Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has diabetes mellitus. The client is confused, flushed, and has an acetone odor on his breath. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following types of insulin to treat the client?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Regular insulin is short-acting and suitable for managing diabetic ketoacidosis, indicated by symptoms like confusion and acetone breath.