Dexcom G6 User Manual page 76

PRECAUTION
Where to Insert: Things to Check
Keep the safety guard on until you put the G6 applicator against your skin. If you
remove the safety guard first, you may hurt yourself by accidentally pushing the
button that inserts the sensor before you mean to.
Change your insertion site with each sensor. Using the same site too often might not
allow the skin to heal, causing scarring or skin irritation.
Sensor placement is important. Choose a site:
• At least 3 inches from insulin pump infusion set or injection site
• Away from waistband, scarring, tattoos, irritation, and bones
• Unlikely to be bumped, pushed, or laid on while sleeping
Follow G6 instructions. If you don't, you could have a severe low or high glucose event.
Optional: Help Patch Stay On
Are you concerned about the patch not sticking? There are two ways to help keep it on:
• Before inserting your sensor, make the sensor site stickier
• After inserting your sensor, apply the overpatch or medical tape
Both are described in detail below.
Contact your HCP for specific questions regarding the use of medical tape, barrier
wipes, or other adhesives.
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