The nurse teaches a client about insulin glargine. Which statement by the client indicates correct understanding?
1I will use it only when my blood glucose is above my correction threshold.
2I will mix it in the same syringe with rapid-acting insulin before breakfast.
3I will inject it at the same scheduled time each day as prescribed.✓ Correct answer
4I should expect a strong peak about 30 minutes after each injection.
Explanation
Insulin glargine is a long-acting basal insulin that should be administered at the same scheduled time each day as prescribed. It is not used only for correction doses and should not be mixed with other insulins in the same syringe. It has no pronounced peak, so expecting a strong effect 30 minutes after injection is incorrect. Consistent daily administration helps maintain basal glucose control.