Literature Review on Proper and Safe Use of Insulin

The aim of this study is to determine the safe and proper utilization of insulin therapy. Insulin therapy is crucial in saving countless lives and improving the quality of life for many individuals. This literature review covers around 30 research articles from 1990-2024. The study shows that some diabetic patients abuse needles, reusing them 2-20 times. Moreover, needles are discarded in a dangerous manner by some patients. In the methodology section of the study, it was found that only a small percentage of patients mixed their insulin before injection. However, most patients cleaned their hands and injection site before insulin delivery. Also, insulin delivery techniques varied among patients. The utilization of insulin pumps is statistically different in glycemic control. Most participants in the study were over 46, married and female. The optimization of insulin delivery could reduce hyperglycemia, intramuscular injections, and lip hypertrophy. Proper diabetes insulin storage and delivery safety training may also have a significant impact.