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Steps
Do This
Interpret the blood
8.
glucose results.
Important
: Low or high glucose readings can indicate a potentially serious
medical condition.
The
Aviator Companion
can display results from 20 to 500 mg/dL
(1.1 to 27.8 mmol/L).
If
And
Then
Lo appears in
the display -- test
result is lower than
20 mg/dL
(1.1 mmol/L)
You do NOT have
low blood glucose
symptoms
Repeat the test with a new
test strip. Test on your
finger.
You have symptoms
such as weakness,
sweating,
nervousness,
headache or confusion
Follow your healthcare
professional’s
recommendations
for treating severe
hypoglycemia (low blood
glucose).
This is your second
test
Hi appears in
the display – test
result is above
500 mg/dL
(27.8 mmol/L)
You do NOT have
high blood glucose
symptoms
Repeat the test (rewashing
your hands) using a new
test strip.
You have symptoms
such as fatigue, thirst,
excess urination or
blurry vision
Follow your healthcare
professional’s
recommendations for
treating hyperglycemia
(high blood glucose).
This is your second
test
The companion displays results from
20 to 500 mg/dL
(1.1 mmol/L to 27.8 mmol/L)
Continue to the next step.
Remove and discard
9.
the test strip.
Discard all used test strips as they are for single use only
Steps
Do This
Discard the lancet.
10.
Important:
Use a sealed container such as a sharps container to avoid
exposure to the sharps by yourself or someone else. Your community may
requires safe disposal of sharps. Follow local regulations.
Check your work.
11.
You have obtained accurate blood glucose readings.
❏
Ensure you have followed all the steps and obtained an accurate BG reading.
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Section 5: Testing Your Blood Glucose
5.2 Check Your Blood Glucose
Section 5: Testing Your Blood Glucose
5.2 Check Your Blood Glucose
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