You Decide - Dexcom G5 MOBILE User Manual

At this point, you should know when you can and when you cannot make a treatment
decision based on your Dexcom G5 sensor glucose readings. Now let us go back to the
questions at the beginning of the chapter and see what you would do!

13.5 You Decide!

The following scenarios are examples only; however, they probably reflect treatment
decisions you have made in real life. While there's a "correct" answer, no situation is black
and white. Your treatment decisions are based on numerous factors, so always consult your
HCP when learning how to make treatment decisions using your Dexcom G5.
Scenario 1: What would you do?
An hour ago, you drank orange juice to treat a low glucose reading.
Although you are within your target range, as you are sitting down for dinner, you look at your
Dexcom G5 and see your trend arrow is pointing down.
Using the information below, what treatment decision would you make?
Scenario 1
In app: Portrait Receiver
Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
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