INSULIN TYPES follow @nursewellversed for visual nursing education Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels by moving glucose from the bloodstream into the cells. Some patients require external insulin to help regulate their blood sugar levels, and as a nursing student, it’s important to know the different types. ⭐️ Insulin Characteristics: → Onset: Amount of time for it to start working → Peak Time: Time for it to be most effective → Duration: Amount