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About the DexcomG6 1919 About the DexcomG6
19.4. CGM Values
CGM values are displayed on the
DASHBOARD. e DASHBOARD also
displays a CGM trend arrow to indicate
whether CGM values are trending up,
down, or holding steady. In Automated
Mode, the system takes your CGM
trend into account every 5 minutes
when making automated insulin
delivery decisions.
In Manual Mode and Automated
Mode, the CGM value and trend can be
used in the SmartBolus Calculator. e
SmartBolus Calculator can increase or
decrease your bolus as needed based on
your CGM value and trend.
High and Low CGM Values
e Omnipod 5 App indicates high and low CGM values as follows.
CGM Value Screen display
Above 400 mg/dL HIGH
Below 40 mg/dL LOW
Note: CGM values are automatically recorded on the Omnipod 5 System and do
not need to be entered on the Enter BG screen.
Urgent Low Glucose
Warning: ALWAYS promptly treat low glucose. Glucose at or below 55 mg/
dL indicates signicant hypoglycemia (very low glucose). If le untreated, this
could lead to seizure, loss of consciousness or death. Follow your healthcare
provider's recommendations for treatment.
When your CGM value is at or below 55 mg/dL, your Dexcom G6 will send the
value to your Pod. e Pod will sound an Advisory alarm to let you know that
your glucose is very low. You can acknowledge the alarm from your Controller or
smartphone. See "13.7. Advisory Alarm List" on page 171