Generic Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency

Name Novalin R Antidiabetics, Sliding scale SQ PRN, BS>150

Insulin Hormones
Regular
Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions
2-4 hours 30-60 min 5-7 hours N/A

Why is your patient getting this medicine? Nursing Implications (what to focus on)
Hyperglycemia Contraindications/warnings/interactions
Hypersensitivity; use caution in times of stress or infection
Mechanism of action and indications
(Why med ordered) Common side effects
Lower blood glucose by increasing transport into cells and lypodystrophy
promoting the conversion of glucose to glycogen, Promote
the conversion of amino acids to proteins in muscle and
stimulate triglyceride formation, Inhibit the release of free
fatty acids,
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
medicines (ask patient specifically) May cause ↓ serum potassium levels

Be sure to teach the patient the following about this

Corticosteroids and Warfarin
Nursing Process- Assessment
(Pre-administration assessment)
FSBG
medication
Emphasize the importance of compliance with nutritional guidelines and
regular exercise as directed by health care professional, Advise patient to
notify health care professional if nausea, vomiting, or fever develops, if
unable to eat regular diet, or if blood glucose levels are not controlled,
Instruct patient on signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and
hyperglycemia and what to do if they occur,
Assessment Evaluation
Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
med? Blood Glucose at least every 6
Hypoglycemic hours