Choosing A Insertion Site - Dexcom SEVEN User Manual

2.2.2 CHOOSING A SEVEN SENSOR INSERTION SITE
PRECAUTION
Avoid injecting insulin or placing an insulin pump infusion set within 3 inches of the Sensor.
Choose a site on a fatty area of your abdomen (belly) to place your Sensor. You can
choose a site above or below your beltline. The best insertion areas are usually flat,
"pinchable", and relatively free from where rubbing can occur (i.e. pant line, seatbelts).
Avoid areas with scarring or rough patches of skin from your insulin injections or pump.
Choose an area at least 3 inches from where you plan to inject insulin or from where your
pump infusion site is located.
Avoid using the same spot repeatedly for Sensor insertion.
You may need to shave the area where you plan to put the Sensor so that the adhesive
patch sticks well.
Make sure there are no traces of lotions, perfumes or medications by using an alcohol
swab to clean the area. Make sure the area is clean and dry prior to insertion.
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