Use Instructions
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24Living with Diabetes
Symptoms of hyperglycemia (high glucose)
Never ignore the following symptoms, as they could be a sign of hyperglycemia:
• Fatigue
• Frequent urination, especially during the night
• Unusual thirst or hunger
• Unexplained weight loss
• Blurred vision
• Slow healing of cuts or sores
To avoid hyperglycemia (high glucose)
Check your glucose levels:
• At least 4–6 times a day (when you wake up, before each meal, and before
going to bed); unless you are using a continuous glucose monitoring system
• If you feel nauseated or sick
• Before driving a car
• Whenever your glucose level has been running unusually high or low
• If you suspect that your glucose level is high or low
• Before, during, and aer exercise
• As directed by your healthcare provider
Possible causes of
hyperglycemia
Suggested action
Expired insulin
or insulin exposed to
extreme temperatures
Deactivate and remove the used Pod. Apply a new Pod
lled from a new vial of insulin.
Infusion site in or
near a scar or mole
Deactivate and remove the used Pod. Apply a new Pod
in a dierent location.
Infected infusion site
Deactivate and remove the used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a dierent location and consult
your healthcare provider.
Dislodged cannula
Deactivate and remove the used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a dierent location.
Note: Avoid sites near a waistband, belt, or other areas
where friction may dislodge the cannula.
Additional
Information
Effective Date: 22DEC2020, PCO-000267