Case Studies
(LO 15-7) A patient with diabetes mellitus received Novolin R Regular U-100 6 U subcutaneously at 0700. At 0900, he begins to experience shakiness, nervousness, heart palpitations, and blurred vision. What should you do? What is the usual treatment?
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Notify the nurse in charge Administer some sugar in an easily digestible form such as 120-180 mL of orange juice, 180-240 mL of regular soft drink, two packets of sugar or 5 or hard candies.