Unit 2: Insulin Basics
Learning Objectives
- Provided information about different classes of insulin, trainees will be able to identify the four most utilized insulins in the inpatient setting here at University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital
- Using knowledge of the pharmacokinetic profiles of each of these four insulins, learners will be able to identify the intended effects of these insulins on a patient’s blood glucose profile
- Using information about the pharmacokinetics of different types of insulins, learners will be able to:
- Identify the timing of administration of the four most used insulins
- Identify the frequency of administration of the four most used insulins
- Provided information about basal/bolus insulin regimens, learners will demonstrate the use of correct terminology when discussing insulin regimens
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