Lifescan SureStepFlexx, Operator'S Manual

Page: 27 / 117

Chapter 1: Introduction
15
A control result that is out of range indicates
that the system may not be working properly.
Do not use the system to test patient blood glucose
unless the control solution result falls within the
expected range.
• If patient symptoms are inconsistent with
monitoring results and procedural errors are ruled
out, follow your institution’s policies for treating
the symptoms and confirm the glucose
measurement with a laboratory test.
• If you repeatedly get any error message, obtain a
result from a laboratory test. Compare the test strip
confirmation dot to the colors on the test strip bottle
Color Chart, and if necessary, take appropriate
precautions while awaiting the lab result.
Do not use
the Color Chart as a replacement for a meter result.
• Never make significant changes to a medication
program or ignore signs and symptoms without
consulting a physician.
• Failure to follow the instructions for use may result
in inaccurate results.
Infection Control
Use universal blood precautions.* All patient samples
and materials with which they come in contact are
considered biohazards and should be handled as if
capable of transmitting infection. Follow proper
precautions in accordance with your institution’s
policies when disposing of all materials.
*
Centers for Disease Control Report. Guideline for
Infection Control in Health Care Personnel.
Am J Infect
Control . 1998;26:289–354.
Stealth.book Page 15 Monday, October 28, 2002 11:20 PM