When To Watch And Wait; How To Use The Trend Arrows - Dexcom G6 Instructions For Use Manual

In other words, no number, no arrow, no CGM treatment decision.
• Your G6 readings do not match your symptoms.
For example, you do not feel right but your G6 readings show
you in target. Wash your hands thoroughly and use your meter.
If the meter value matches your symptoms, use the meter
value to treat. Then, if you want to align your G6 with your
meter, calibrate. You do not have to calibrate, but you can.
(See Appendix A Troubleshooting).
In other words, when in doubt, get your meter out.

5.2 When to Watch and Wait

There are times when you should not treat at all, just watch and
wait.
Stacking insulin: Do not stack insulin by taking doses too close
together. Wait at least 2 hours between doses so you do not
accidentally force your glucose down too low. Sometimes, it is
best to watch and wait.

5.3 How to Use the Trend Arrows

The trend arrows help you decide how much to dose.
Up arrow: Take a little more insulin
Down arrow: Take a little less insulin
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