Question

A patient with type 2 diabetes is started on insulin glargine. According to the BNF, which site is best for subcutaneous insulin injection for consistent absorption?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal wall

Answer

Deltoid muscle region

Answer

Buttock region only

Answer

Intramuscular injection into the thigh

Answer

Scalp veins

Practice question

A patient with type 2 diabetes is started on insulin glargine. According to the BNF, which site is best for subcutaneous insulin injection for consistent absorption?