The nurse should call the primary health care provider to obtain a new prescription prior to administering which medication to a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus?

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11ecbb05_cc78_011d_b433_35ff59aaf8e8_MD0009_00 Subcutaneous injection is the indicated route for NPH insulin administration; it should never be administered via IV push. Regular insulin is the only insulin that can be administered via IV push; this is typically performed only in an acute care facility under close observation by the nurse. (Option A) Administration of 10 units regular insulin IV push for blood glucose >250 mg/dL (13.9 mmol/L) is appropriate and a new prescription is not required. (Option B) Administration of 14 units glargine insulin subcutaneous injection every night at 8:00 PM is appropriate and a new prescription is not required. (Option C) Administration of 18 units aspart insulin subcutaneous injection 15 minutes before breakfast is appropriate and a new prescription is not required. Educational objective: Subcutaneous injection is the indicated route for NPH insulin administration; it should never be administered IV push. Regular insulin is the only insulin that can be administered IV push.

The Nurse Should Call the Primary Health Care Provider to Obtain