User's Guide

Dexcom G6 System User Guide
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Chapter 1: Begin Your Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (G6) Journey
Notification
An app message that appears on the screen of a smart device.
Notification may also include a sound or vibration, depending on
the smart device settings.
Peripheral
Device
Hardware connected to your smart device. For example, a
Bluetooth
headset, Apple watch, or other smart watch.
Precaution
A safety statement regarding any special care to be exercised by
you or your HCP for the safe and effective use of the G6.
Safety
Statement
A statement of the intended uses of G6 and relevant warnings,
precautions, and contraindications.
Sensor Glucose
Reading
A BG measurement taken by the G6. Typically referred to as “G6
readings” in these instructions.
Sensor Session
The 10-day monitoring period after inserting a new sensor. During
this time frame, your glucose is being monitored and reported
every 5 minutes, with data being sent to your display device(s).
Share or Dexcom
Share App
A feature of the Dexcom G6 app that lets you securely send your
G6 information to Followers.
Sharer The G6 user who shares their G6 information with Followers.
Simultaneous
Voice and Data
The ability to make a phone call and access the Internet on the
same cellular connection at the same time.
Smart or Mobile
Device
An electronic device that is cordless, mobile, and connected to
the Internet, such as a smartphone or tablet.
Smart Watch
A watch that communicates with and extends a smart device. For
example, an Apple Watch.
Stacking Insulin
Taking a dose of insulin soon after your most recent dose. This
can result in low blood sugar. Doesn’t apply to taking insulin
doses to cover what you just ate.
Warning
Describes serious and life-threatening circumstances, the
consequences, and how to avoid the hazard while using the G6.
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