Insulet mylife OmniPod, Manual

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Living with Diabetes
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Possible causes of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose)
Possible cause of high
blood glucose Suggested action
Expired insulin Deactivate and remove used Pod.
Apply a new Pod filled from a new
vial of insulin.
Insulin exposed
to extreme
temperatures
Infusion site in or
near a scar or mole Deactivate and remove used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different
location.
Infected infusion site Deactivate and remove used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different loca-
tion and consult your healthcare
provider.
Dislodged cannula Deactivate and remove used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different
location.
Possible cause of high
blood glucose Suggested action
Avoid sites near a waistband,
belt, or other areas where fric-
tion may dislodge the cannula.