When should the nurse administer a client's prescribed 10 units of lispro (Humalog)?

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Lispro is a rapid-acting insulin that should be administered 5 minutes before a meal to allow for optimal blood glucose control. Administering it 30 minutes before or 15 minutes after meals may result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Waiting for meal trays to arrive on the floor is not the appropriate way to time insulin administration.

When Should the Nurse Administer a Client's Prescribed 10 Units