Insert Sensor - Dexcom G5 Getting Started Manual

6.3 Insert Sensor

Before you begin, get familiar with your applicator.
Gather:
• Alcohol wipes
• Sensor
• Transmitter
• Optional:
Skin preparation
or adhesive products
(Mastisol , Skin Tac™)
®
Choose an insertion site. It should be:
• At least 3 inches from insulin pump infusion set or injection site
• Away from waistband, scarring, tattoos, irritation
• Unlikely to be bumped or pushed
Ages 18 years or older::
Insert in your belly
1
2
3
Plunger
Applicator barrel
(has small needle and sensor)
Transmitter Latch
Release Tab
Insert in your upper behind or belly
Wash and dry hands.
Clean your skin at the sensor placement site
with an alcohol wipe.
Let dry.
Optional: Create an empty, sideways oval:
• Don't get any skin adhesive inside the oval
• Let skin adhesive dry (see manufacturer's
instructions)
• Insert sensor on clean skin at center of oval
Dexcom G5 Mobile CGM System Getting Started Guide
Safety Lock
Ages 2-17 years:
Collar
Sensor Pod
Adhesive
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