The nurse is administering an 0800 dose of NPH insulin to an insulin-dependent diabetic child.Based on when the insulin peaks,at which period would the child be at greatest risk for a hypoglycemic episode?
A) Between breakfast and lunch
B) Between bedtime and breakfast the next morning
C) Between 0830 and a midmorning snack
D) Between lunch and dinner
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