Safety and Efficacy of Hyperglycemia Urgency Order Set

Serious hyperglycemia, defined as blood glucose (BG) greater than 300 mg/dL, is a common occurrence in hospitalized patients, and can be challenging to manage. Subcutaneous insulin may provide less desirable pharmacokinetics in these urgent situations and intravenous continuous infusions present a significant safety concern in areas with less nursing coverage. Regular insulin given intravenously as a bolus dose offers a unique advantage in...