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Question
pre - assessment question 5 of 10
how is insulin administered?
orally
intramuscularly
intradermally
subcutaneously
Brief Explanations
Insulin is a protein - based hormone. If taken orally, it would be broken down by digestive enzymes in the stomach and intestines. Intramuscular and intradermal injections are not the typical routes. Subcutaneous injection allows for slow and steady absorption of insulin into the bloodstream.
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Subcutaneously