Dexcom g4 platinum Quick Start Manual page 124

ANIMAS® VIBE™ SYSTEM
C H AP TE R 1 4 - TR O U BL E SH O OT I NG H Y P OG L Y CE M IA , H Y P ER G L YC E MI A , P R OB L E M S W IT H
Troubleshooting hypoglycemia:
POSSIBLE CAUSE OF LOW BG
Bolus too large
Low carbohydrate intake for
bolus
Improper timing of bolus
Alcohol consumption
POSSIBLE CAUSE OF LOW BG
Did not Suspend pump or
activate Temp Basal
Low carbohydrate intake prior
to exercise
Unplanned activity (shopping)
Long or intensive exercise
Insulin infusion site is too
close to the Sensor insertion
site when using the Dexcom
G4 PLATINUM Sensor and
Transmitter with your pump
Always check BG levels with a fingerstick test from your BG meter.
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Y OU R I N F U SI O N SET S/ SIT ES , A N D P UM P O P E R A T IO NS
FOOD INTAKE
Check bolus amounts and times.
Bolus only enough to lower your BG to normal level.
Measure carbohydrates accurately.
See dietitian for carb counting review.
May need recalculation of I:C ratio; consult with HCP.
Match timing of bolus with intake of food.
Check BG prior to meal bolus and adjust accordingly.
May cause hypoglycemia (or may cause hyperglycemia).
Eat food when drinking alcohol.
Be cautious with bedtime bolus.
Always check BG before going to bed.
Consult HCP.
Consult HCP for guidelines for use of Temp Basal rate during
exercise.
If not decreasing insulin prior to or during exercise, may need
to eat foods containing carbohydrate prior to exercise.
If BG is below 100 mg/dL, eat snack prior to exercise.
Frequent BG testing before, during and after any activity.
Effects of exercise can be present for hours after activity has
stopped. Consult with HCP for specific guidelines.
Make sure the sites are at least 3 inches (7.62 centimeters)
away from each other.
SUGGESTED SOLUTION
ACTIVITY
SUGGESTED SOLUTION
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