Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A patient with a blood sugar level of 152 mg/dL at 1700 hr.The patient's blood sugar level was 152 mg/dL at 1700 hr. How much insulin should be given using the following insulin sliding scale?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
4 units is appropriate for 152 mg/dL, balancing efficacy and hypoglycemia risk.