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Insulin correction scale calculates rapid-acting insulin dose to bring elevated blood sugar to target. It's personalized to individual sensitivity.
Fórmula
Dose = (Actual BG - Target BG) / Correction factor
- BG
- BG value — Variable used in the calculation
Guía paso a paso
- 1Calculate correction factor: 1500/total daily insulin doses = mg/dL per unit
- 2Or use 1700 for more conservative dosing
- 3Dose = (Actual BG - Target BG) / Correction factor
Ejemplos resueltos
Entrada
BG 350, target 100, correction factor 50
Resultado
Correction dose = (350-100)/50 = 5 units
Plus meal insulin
Errores comunes a evitar
- ✕Using wrong total daily dose in calculation
- ✕Applying correction without accounting for meal carbs
Preguntas frecuentes
Why does insulin sensitivity vary?
Varies with weight, activity, stress, and individual physiology. Correction scales should be individualized.
Should correction insulin and meal insulin be added?
Yes, total insulin = meal insulin + correction insulin for optimal glycemic control.
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