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The nurse is teaching the family of a child with type 1 diabetes about insulin. What should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Unopened vials are good for 60 days.
  b. Diabetic supplies should not be left in a hot environment.
  c. Insulin can be placed in the freezer if not used every day.
  d. After it has been opened, insulin is good for up to 28 to 30 days.
  e. Insulin bottles that have been opened should be stored at room temperature or refrigerated.
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6 years ago
ANS: B, D, E
Insulin bottles that have been opened (i.e., the stopper has been punctured) should be stored at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 28 to 30 days. After 1 month, these vials should be discarded. Unopened vials should be refrigerated and are good until the expiration date on the label. Diabetic supplies should not be left in a hot environment. Insulin need not be refrigerated but should be maintained at a temperature between 15 and 29.5 C (59 and 85 F). Freezing renders insulin inactive.
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