NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which type of insulin should be injected 5-15 mins before meals?

Rapid acting insulins
Short acting insulin
Basal insulin
Intermediate acting insulin

The correct answer is: Rapid acting insulins

Rapid acting insulins are designed to work quickly and are recommended to be injected 5-15 minutes before meals. This is because they peak within 1-2 hours and correspond to the peak of natural insulin production after a meal. Other options such as short acting insulin are typically injected 30 minutes before a meal and have a longer peak time. Basal insulin is a longer-acting insulin that is taken once or twice a day to control blood sugar levels between meals and overnight, so it would not be recommended to be taken before meals. Intermediate acting insulin also has a longer peak time and is typically taken before breakfast or dinner. While these insulins may still be effective for managing blood sugar levels, they are not the most optimal choice for those who need a rapid decrease in blood sugar after a meal.