Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
The client with type 1 diabetes mellitus is prescribed to take NPH (Humulin N) insulin at 5 PM each day. The client should be instructed that the greatest risk of hypoglycemia will occur about what time?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration (5 PM), making 1 AM the time of greatest hypoglycemia risk.