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sliding scale insulin **************************** - virginvagina
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07-25-2008, 12:57 PM
can anybody explain ???????????????????????????????????????? thanx.
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07-25-2008, 01:12 PM
it is a method of managing DM in critical conditions or resolving DKA.You give regular insulin based on the level of blood glucose.

if RBS is >340mg/dl,give 12 IU of regular ins.
if 240-340give 8 IU of regular ins
if 180-240,4 IU
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