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Chapter 6
Optimizing pump therapy
Square Wave and Dual Wave bolus
Square Wave bolus delivers a bolus evenly over a specified period of time (30 minutes to 8-hours). This bolus
can be used for insulin delivery when you have eaten a long meal with extended snacking. It can also be useful if
you have delayed food digestion due to gastroparesis or meals high in fat. A Square Wave bolus can be useful if a
Normal bolus drops your BG too rapidly. Since the Square Wave portion extends over a period of time, the insulin is
more likely to be available to match your individual needs.
Dual Wave bolus delivers a combination of an immediate Normal bolus followed by a Square Wave bolus. The
Square Wave portion is delivered evenly over a period of time. A Dual Wave bolus is useful for meals with both
rapidly and slowly absorbed carbohydrates. For example, a Dual Wave bolus would be appropriate for fruit and
crackers followed by pasta. The Dual Wave option meets both immediate and extended insulin needs. A Dual
Wave bolus is also useful for correcting elevated blood glucose before a meal.
Dual Wave/Square Wave bolus on-off
NOTE - It is important that you consult with your healthcare professional before using a Square Wave or
Dual Wave bolus. You should be familiar with the basic functions of your pump before exploring these
options.
To set up a Dual Wave or Square Wave bolus, you must first turn on the dual/square bolus option. If the option
is off, a Dual Wave or Square Wave bolus cannot be programmed or delivered.
1. Go to the DUAL/SQUARE OPTION screen.
Main > Bolus > Dual/Square Bolus
2. Select On and press ACT. The feature is now on.
Exit the menus.
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