Problem: J.S. is a 62-year-old female with Type II Diabetes Mellitus. She was admitted to the hospital for abdominal pain and blood sugar of 230 mg/dL. Tests revealed that J.S. had an appendicitis and had her appendix removed emergently. J.S. is recovering from surgery and is requesting food. Current blood sugar is 258 mg/dL. The healthcare provider orders are: NPH insulin 8 units and regular insulin 5 units before the evening meal.
Which nursing actions would be indicated?