Question

A 20-year-old patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and weight loss. According to NICE guidelines, what is the preferred insulin regimen for most adults with type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Basal-bolus regimen with multiple injections

Answer

Twice daily premixed insulin

Answer

Once daily long-acting insulin only

Answer

Insulin pump therapy for all new cases

Answer

Oral hypoglycemic agents only

Practice question

A 20-year-old patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and weight loss. According to NICE guidelines, what is the preferred insulin regimen for most adults with type 1 diabetes?