Chapter 13 - Using The Dexcom G5 Mobile System For Treatment Decisions; Introduction - Dexcom G5 User Manual

Chapter 13
Next Steps - Getting the Most Out of
Your G5 Mobile:
Using the Dexcom G5 Mobile System for
Treatment Decisions

13.1 Introduction

In previous chapters, you learned how trend arrows help you see how quickly your glucose is
falling or rising. You also learned how Alarm/Alerts let you know something is happening to
your glucose levels.
For example, you had a snack this afternoon. Just as you are leaving work, you get a High
Glucose Alert. What would you do? What would you look at? Could you use your Dexcom G5
Mobile sensor glucose readings to make a treatment decision?
Prior to the Dexcom G5 Mobile, you had to take a fingerstick with your BG meter before
making any treatment decisions
The Dexcom G5 Mobile changes all that. When asked if you could make treatment decisions
based on your Dexcom G5 Mobile readings, the answer is now "Yes I can!"
Treatment decisions using your Dexcom G5 Mobile are easy. Follow the steps outlined in this
chapter and you'll have what you need to make decisions using your G5. You'll also know
when you should still use your BG meter.
After this chapter, you will be able to:
• Talk with your HCP about creating a personalized treatment plan
• Identify when you can use your Dexcom G5 Mobile in treatment decisions.
• Describe the importance of Alarm/Alerts in treatment decisions
• Tell when you shouldn't make a treatment decision using the Dexcom G5 Mobile
• Recognize when you should watch and wait before treating
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