Regarding insulin management during labor all are true except: (A) Usual dose of intermediate - acting insulin is given at bedtime., (B) Morning dose of insulin is with held., (C) Once labor begins, normal saline infusion is changed to 5 % dextrose., (D) Blood glucose level during labor should be maintained above 140mg / dL.
Answer is D. Blood glucose level during labor should be approximately 100mg / dL.