Blood Sugar Measurement And Insulin Administration

Normal blood sugar values range from 60 to 100mg/dl. Blood sugar level normally increases to 140mg/dl after eating. Blood sugar levels may be higher or lower than normal in people suffering from diabetes type Ι or ΙΙ. Blood sugar testing and insulin administration are carried out at the patient’s home or place of residence.

Both blood sugar testing and insulin administration are carried out by an experienced and registered nurse. Insulin is administered according to the instructions of the patient’s physician.

Blood sugar levels are measured with a portable device, which is intended for the measurement of blood sugar levels (mg/dl ή mmol/L) in a capillary blood sample with special control strips. The measuring device is reliable when the proper testing procedure is followed. Both blood sugar testing and the administration of insulin are done using a syringe/needle/injection.

The expected duration of blood collection varies depending on several factors such as the patient’s cooperation with the nurse. The whole process usually only takes a few minutes.

The process of measuring blood sugar levels and administering insulin is, generally, easy, fast and performed responsibly by experienced nurses. High-quality care is always provided to the patient.

The process of measuring blood sugar levels and administering insulin is usually conducted with the best interest of the patient in mind and in accordance with the instructions of the patient’s doctor.

Generally, during blood collection, it is always possible to cause mild pain to the patient while inserting the needle. Under no circumstances will unnecessary discomfort be caused to the patient, other than that of the inherent discomfort that may occur.