Ypsomed OmniPod my life, User Manual

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Living with Diabetes
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Possible causes of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose)
Possible cause of high 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.
Avoid sites near a waistband,
belt, or other areas where fric-
tion may dislodge the cannula.
Possible cause of high Suggested action
Empty Pod Deactivate and remove used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different
location.
Incorrect basal
program Confirm that correct basal program
is active.
Confirm that PDM time is set
correctly.
Consult your healthcare provider
about adjusting your basal pro-
grams or using a temporary (temp)
basal rate.
Incorrect bolus
timing Check carb intake.
Take bolus with food.
Check blood glucose before giving
meal bolus; if necessary, adjust
bolus.
Consult healthcare provider for
guidance.
Bolus too small