A patient with diabetes is starting on intensive insulin therapy. Which type of insulin will the nurse discuss using for mealtime coverage?

Name: A patient with diabetes is starting on intensive insulin therapy. Which type of insulin will the nurse discuss using for mealtime coverage?
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Rapid- or short-acting insulin is used for mealtime coverage for patients receiving intensive insulin therapy. NPH,glargine,or detemir will be used as the basal insulin.

A Patient with Diabetes Is Starting on Intensive Insulin Therapy