Use Instructions

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Living with Diabetes24
Possible causes of
hyperglycemia
Suggested action
Empty Pod
Deactivate and remove the used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a dierent location.
Incorrect Basal
Program
(Manual Mode)
Conrm that the correct Basal Program is active.
Consult your healthcare provider about adjusting
your Basal Programs or using a temp basal.
Incorrect bolus
timing
or bolus too small
Check carb intake.
Take bolus with food.
Check blood glucose before giving meal bolus. If
necessary, adjust bolus.
Consult your healthcare provider for guidance.
High-protein or high-
fat meal
Calculate protein/fat intake and account for it in your
bolus timing and bolus type.
Consult your healthcare provider about using the
extended bolus option.
Less activity than
normal
Consult your healthcare provider about adjusting
your Basal Programs or using a temp basal (Manual
Mode) .
Blood glucose value
greater than 250 mg/
dL (with ketones
present) before
exercise
Do not exercise when ketones are present.
Note: Glucose increases with exercise when ketones
are present.
Consult your healthcare provider for guidance.
Infection or illness
or medication change
See "Sick days" on page 283.
Consult your healthcare provider about sick day
guidelines and about medication changes.
Weight loss or gain
or menstrual cycle
or pregnancy
Consult your healthcare provider for guidance.
Additional
Information
Effective Date: 22DEC2020, PCO-000267