An IDDM client’s condition stabilizes.

(A) This time describes the time of onset of NPH insulin’s action, rather than its peak effect. (B) NPH insulin, an intermediateacting insulin, usually begins to lower serum glucose levels about 2 hours after administration. The action of NPH insulin peaks 8–14 hours after administration. It has a 20–30 hour duration. (C) The time stated is not the time of peak action for NPH insulin administered at 6:30 AM. (D) The time stated is not the time of peak action for NPH insulin administered at 6:30 AM.