Ypsomed OmniPod my life, User Manual

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Using the Pod
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5. After you securely apply the Pod, press Next (Figure 5-18).
Insert cannula and begin insulin delivery
1. To insert the soft cannula, press Start (Figure 5-19).
The Pod’s adhesive keeps it securely in place for up to
3 days. However, if necessary, several products are
available to enhance adhesion. Ask your healthcare
provider about these products. Avoid getting body
lotion, creams, or oils near the infusion site; these
products may loosen the adhesive.
The adhesive is designed for one-time use. Once
removed, a Pod cannot be reapplied.
If you are applying a Pod in a place that does not have
a lot of fatty tissue or is very lean, pinch the skin
around the Pod (Figure 5-20) after you press
Start
and hold it until the cannula inserts. Occlusions may
result in lean areas if you do not use this technique.
The soft cannula is tinted light blue to improve visibility
at the insertion site.
Figure 5-19 Figure 5-20