QMA 2024 Practice Quiz on Insulin with Correct Solutions

QMA 2024 Practice Quiz on Insulin with Correct Solutions Which insulin is long acting insulin? - Answer -Insulin glargine (Lantus) Which insulin is rapid acting insulin? - Answer -Humalog (lispro), Novolog (aspart) Which insulin is cloudy? - Answer -Intermediate (NPH) Where is glucagon secreted from? - Answer -pancreas (alpha cells) What syringe should a QMA use for injecting insulin? - Answer -U100 What does amylase break down? - Answer -Carbohydrates (starches) What is the onset time for Novolin R? - Answer -1/2 hour-1 hour What do the Islets of Langerhans do? - Answer -secrete insulin and glucagon What length of needle is correct to use for insulin injection? - Answer -1/4- 5/8 What is true regarding injection via insulin pen? - Answer -Each needle needs primed with 2 units, insert pen at 90 degrees angle in the skin, must keep needle in resident for 10 seconds after insulin administration. What kind of insulin starts to act in 2-4 hours aft