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Drug Study

1. The document provides instructions for administering D5050 + Regular Insulin intravenously to treat hyperkalemia. 2. It involves administering 1 vial of insulin plus 10 units intravenously along with an infusion of glucose to produce a shift of potassium into cells. 3. The nurse is instructed to gently roll the insulin vial, monitor the patient closely for hypoglycemia, and check blood and urine glucose levels to determine the effectiveness of the dosage and prevent further complications.

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Drug Study

1. The document provides instructions for administering D5050 + Regular Insulin intravenously to treat hyperkalemia. 2. It involves administering 1 vial of insulin plus 10 units intravenously along with an infusion of glucose to produce a shift of potassium into cells. 3. The nurse is instructed to gently roll the insulin vial, monitor the patient closely for hypoglycemia, and check blood and urine glucose levels to determine the effectiveness of the dosage and prevent further complications.

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  D5050 + Regular Insulin

  

 


  Antidiabetic

c    1 vial + 10 units, IV

 
    
  Insulin is a hormone secreted by beta cells of the pancreas that, by receptor-
mediated effects, promotes the storage of the body͛s fuels, facilitating the transport of metabolites and
ions (potassium) through cell membranes and stimulating the synthesis of glycogen from glucose, of fats
from lipids, and proteins from amino acids.

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  It is given to the patient to treat hyperkalemia with infusion of glucose to produce a shift
of potassium into the cells.


 



  
 
1. Roll the vial gently between hands. Avoid -To ensure uniform dispersion of insulin
vigorous shaking. suspensions.
2. Monitor carefully for hypoglycemia. -To prevent further complications (determine if
3. Monitor blood and urine glucose level. dosage adjustments is needed).
4. Store insulin in a cool dry place away from direct
-To determine effectiveness of drug and dosage.
sunlight. Refrigeration is preferred but do not -Insulin prefilled in glass or plastic syringes is stable
freeze insulin. for one week if refrigerated. If refrigeration is not
possible, drug is stable at controlled room
5. Instruct patient to report fever, sore throat, temperature and out of direct sunlight.
vomiting, hyperglycemic reaction, rash. -To address immediately the side effects and to
prevent further complications.

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