The nursing instructor is reviewing the administration of Levemir (insulin-detemir) via injectable pen. The instructor would be most concerned by which of the following statements by the student? Select all that apply.
A) "I have to rotate the pen a few times before I set the dose."
B) "I need a special needle so I make sure to get the insulin into muscle tissue."
C) "It is important to rotate sites to prevent tissue damage."
D) "The expiration date is not important on single-patient administration devices."
E) "This medication is usually given once a day with dinner or at bedtime."
F) "I should store this pen in the refrigerator once I provide the dose."

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B) Insulin should be injected into subcutaneous tissue, not muscle tissue. D) The expiration date is important for all medications, including single-patient administration devices. F) Once in use, insulin pens can be stored at room temperature, not in the refrigerator.

The Nursing Instructor Is Reviewing the Administration of Levemir (Insulin-Detemir)