A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about insulin storage. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
A. "I will store unopened vials of insulin in the freezer."
B. "I will return any unused vials of insulin to the pharmacy once they have been on the unit for 1 month."
C. "I will discard the current vial of insulin after six doses have been withdrawn."
D. "I can keep the current vial of insulin in use stored at room temperature."
Answer (2)
The correct understanding of insulin storage is that opened vials can be kept at room temperature for up to 28 days. Other statements regarding freezing insulin or discarding vials after a certain number of uses are incorrect. Proper storage practices are essential for maintaining insulin's effectiveness. ;
The correct understanding of insulin storage is that opened vials can be kept at room temperature for up to 28 days. The chosen option is: "I can keep the current vial of insulin in use stored at room temperature." Other statements about freezing insulin or discarding it after a certain number of doses are incorrect and should be avoided.
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