Insulin Administration for Subcutaneous Injection

Easy Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Medication Administration

A nurse is preparing to administer a subcutaneous injection of insulin to a patient with type 2 diabetes. The nurse notes that the insulin vial is cloudy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take before administering the insulin?

Shake the vial vigorously to mix the insulin.

Draw up the insulin directly from the vial without mixing.

Roll the vial gently between the palms to mix the insulin.

Discard the vial and use a clear insulin instead.

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