Assessment Questions

Question 1. (10 marks)

Explain why Sarah has been prescribed insulin. Relate to the pathophysiology of type 1 diabetes and the mechanism of action of insulin. Support your answer with academic references.

Question 2. (5 marks)

a) What is the onset, peak and duration of action for NovoRapid insulin according to Bullock, S., & Manias, E. (2017). Fundamentals of pharmacology (8th ed.)?

b) When should NovoRapid be administered in relation to food and why?

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Question 3. (10 marks)

a) Define hypoglycaemia

b) What causes hypoglycaemia?

c) What are the symptoms of hypoglycaemia?

d) How is hypoglycaemia treated?

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Question 4. (5 marks)

a) What is the most appropriate insulin pen needle length for Sarah?

b) Why is this length appropriate?

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Question 5. (10 marks)

Why does Sarah require a blood glucose level (BGL) test prior to an insulin injection?

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Question 6. (5 marks)

a) What is an appropriate site on Sarah’s body to inject the NovoRapid insulin?

b) What injection angle is appropriate for Sarah?

c) Why are these appropriate for Sarah?

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Question 7. (5 marks)

a) When would Sarah’s BGL need to be tested after administration of NovoRapid?

b) Why would a BGL be required at that time?

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Question 8. (10 marks)

Discuss the daily physical challenges of living with type 1 diabetes that Sarah may face.

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Question 9. (10 marks)

Discuss potential emotional impacts of living with type 1 diabetes that Sarah may face.

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