OmniPod DASH SYSTEM PODDER Resource Manual page 43

+ Fatigue
+ Frequent urination (i.e. at night)
A
Trace or Negative
+ Take a bolus using PDM*
+ Address possible causes.
+ Recheck BG in 2 hours.
If BG unchanged or higher:
Recheck for Ketones
+ If neg ketones take a bolus
with a syringe*. Perform a Pod
change.
+ If ketones small/0.6-0.9
mmol/L, or mod/large/>1.0
mmol/L, follow steps B or
C above.
If BG decreased, return to
normal dosing schedule and
continue to monitor BGs
frequently.
The above general guidelines are drawn from Joslin Diabetes Center. For further guidance please consult with your healthcare provider for individualized advice.
Hyperglycemia Symptoms
+ Unusual thirst or hunger
+ Unexplained weight loss
Verify and Check
BG Level
If BG is Over 250 mg/dL
Check Urine/Blood for Ketones
B
Small urine or 0.6-0.9 mmol/L
blood ketones
+ Take bolus with syringe*
Perform a Pod change.
+ Address possible causes.
+ Recheck urine ketones in 2
hours or blood ketones in 1
hour and BG in 2-3 hours.
If BG unchanged or higher:
Recheck for Ketones
+ If neg ketones take a bolus
using your PDM*
+ If ketones small/0.6-0.9
mmol/L, or mod/large/>1.0
mmol/L, follow steps B or
C above.
If BG remains >250 mg/dL after
2 correction boluses by syringe,
contact your healthcare provider.
TROUBLESHOOTING |
+ Blurred vision
+ Slow healing of cuts or sores
C
Moderate – large urine or ≥ 1.0
mmol/L blood ketones
+ Take bolus using syringe*
Perform a Pod change.
+ Address possible causes.
+ Recheck urine ketones in 2
hours or blood ketones in 1
hour and BG in 2-3 hours.
If BG unchanged or higher,
contact your healthcare provider.
If BG decreased, return to
normal dosing schedule and
continue to check BGs every
3-4 hours and monitor ketones if
BG is >250 mg/dL
* Follow the dosing guidelines provided to you by
your healthcare provider.
Hyperglycemia