Insulin administration.

Abstract

The injection of insulin is essential for management of type I diabetic patients and may be needed by type II diabetic patients for intermittent or continuous glycemic control. The species and dosage of insulin used should be consistent, and the patient's injection technique should be reviewed periodically with the diabetes-care team. The effective use of insulin to obtain the best metabolic control requires an understanding of the duration of action of the various types of insulin and the relationship of blood glucose levels to exercise, food intake, and stress; SMBG; and learning to adjust insulin dosage with the support and guidance of the diabetes-care team.