Removing The Sensor From Its Packaging; Choosing An Insertion Site - Dexcom G4 PLATINUM User Manual

6.2 REMOVING THE SENSOR FROM ITS PACKAGING

PRECAUTION
Do not use the sensor if its sterile package has been damaged or opened. Using an
unsterile sensor might cause infection.
• Wash your hands thoroughly, and dry them.
• Carefully remove the sensor from its packaging. Look closely at the sensor to make sure it is not damaged.
• The applicator is for single use and is disposable.
• The safety lock prevents you from releasing the needle accidentally before you are ready.

6.3 CHOOSING AN INSERTION SITE

PRECAUTION
• Avoid inserting the sensor in areas that are likely to be bumped, pushed or
compressed or areas of skin with scarring, tattoos, or irritation as these are not ideal
sites to measure glucose. Insertion in those areas might affect sensor performance,
and you might miss a low or high blood glucose value.
• Avoid injecting insulin or placing an insulin pump infusion set within 3 inches of the
sensor. The insulin might affect sensor performance, and you might miss a low or high
blood glucose value.
Review the tutorial disc for more help to learn how to insert your sensor.
Choose a site on your belly to place the sensor. You can choose a site above or below your belt line. The
best areas to insert your sensor are usually flat, "pinchable," and free from where rubbing can occur, such
as along the waist band and seat belt strap.
• Choose an area at least 3 inches from your insulin pump infusion set or injection site.
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