Table 2.
Comparison of IV and SQ insulin in the hospital
| IV | SQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency of titration | Hourly | Daily |
| Time to target glucose | ~12 h | ~3 d |
| Adaptability to clinical status | +++ | ++ |
| Absorption issues | No | Yes |
| Duration of hypoglycemia | <1 h | Hours |
| Labor | +++ | ++ |
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