Tandem t:slim X2, User Manual

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Chapter 2 – Important Safety Information
termine and help you adjust your basal
rate(s), insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio(s),
correction factor(s), blood glucose (BG)
target, and duration of insulin action.
2.8 Emergency Kit
Make sure that you always have an in-
sulin syringe and vial of insulin with you
as a backup for emergency situations.
You should also always have an ap-
propriate emergency kit with you. Talk
with your healthcare provider regarding
what items this kit should include.
Supplies to carry every day:
•
Blood glucose testing supplies:
meter, strips, control solution,
lancets, meter batteries
•
Fast-acting carbohydrate to treat
low blood glucose
•
Extra snack for longer coverage
than fast-acting carbohydrate
•
Glucagon emergency kit
•
Rapid-acting insulin and syringes
•
Infusion sets (minimum of 2)
•
Insulin pump cartridges (minimum
of 2)
•
Infusion site preparation products
(antiseptic wipes, skin adhesive)
•
Diabetes identification card or
jewelry