Insulin Infusions Outside of ICU

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Amanda K. Patel
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Insulin Infusions Outside of ICU

Does anyone have a policy/procedure/protocol for administration of insulin infusions outside of the ICU? Specifically, I am looking for safety strategies, monitoring parameters for nurses, and patient indication.

Thank you in advance.
Amanda