The patient/client is to receive Humulin R 15 units subcutaneously daily at 7:30 am. Which syringe should the nurse use to administer the medication?
A) 3 mL
B) Insulin 50 unit
C) Insulin 100 unit
D) 1-mL precision

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Insulin syringes, which are marked in units, are used only for insulin. The low-dose 50-unit syringe should be used for injections of 50 units or less. The U-100 syringe is used for injections of 51 to 100 units. Use a U-50 syringe for this problem because the patient/client is receiving 15 units of insulin.

The Patient/client Is to Receive Humulin R 15 Units Subcutaneously