RN Exam Practice
Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 601 of 2368

A nurse plans to use one insulin pen for two clients on the unit and change the needle between clients. How should the nurse respond?

  1. This is safe as long as the needle is changed
  2. Do not do this, because body fluid exposure can still occur
  3. This is safe if the pen is cleaned with an alcohol wipe
  4. This is safe if the clients have the same insulin order
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Correct answer: Do not do this, because body fluid exposure can still occur

Insulin pens must never be used for more than one client, even if the needle is changed, because blood-borne pathogens can be spread.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Endocrine System: INSULIN PENS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026