Abstract
Exogenous insulin injections are used in type 2 diabetes to complement non-insulin medication or as standalone therapy, alongside lifestyle changes. Therapeutic inertia by health professionals, as well as ‘psychological insulin resistance’ by individuals with diabetes, contribute to delays in insulin use. Nurses have a pivotal role in identifying individuals who require insulin therapy and to counsel and support them through person-centred insulin education. This article outlines the NICE recommendations for insulin therapy and factors contributing to delays in insulin initiation, as well as resources that can be signposted to individuals with type 2 diabetes.
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