A. Inability of the body to process synthetic insulin. B. Reluctance of providers to prescribe and patients to take insulin. C. Inability of patients to secure insurance that covers insulin. D. The belief that insulin should only be given to elderly people.

A. Providers. B. Patients. C. Health care system. D. Administration.

A. Insulin no longer needs to be injected in the majority of patients. B. Recent insulin products are not associated with weight gain. C. Hypoglycemia is a risk in all insulin users. D. Patients generally feel knowledgeable and well-equipped to initiate and use insulin.

A. Increase dosing frequency. B. Have the patient use a larger needle. C. Decrease the frequency of office visits. D. Increase patient education and use a certified diabetes educator.

A. Socioeconomic-related. B. Culture-related. C. Therapy-related. D. Health system-related.