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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.

Формула

Dose = (Actual BG - Target BG) / Correction factor
BG
BG value — Variable used in the calculation

Пошаговое руководство

  1. 1Calculate correction factor: 1500/total daily insulin doses = mg/dL per unit
  2. 2Or use 1700 for more conservative dosing
  3. 3Dose = (Actual BG - Target BG) / Correction factor

Решённые примеры

Ввод
BG 350, target 100, correction factor 50
Результат
Correction dose = (350-100)/50 = 5 units
Plus meal insulin

Распространённые ошибки

  • Using wrong total daily dose in calculation
  • Applying correction without accounting for meal carbs

Часто задаваемые вопросы

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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