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- Page 1 BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Operations & Procedures Manual Long-Term Care...
- Page 3 If you have other questions regarding this product, please contact the place of purchase or call Customer Service at 1-888-307-8188. The FORA MD is intended for multi-patient use in a long-term care setting. Please note that the following procedures are provided only as a model to help your facility establish its own policy and procedures.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Interfering Substances BEFORE YOU BEGIN INTENDED USE TEST PRINCIPLE METER OVERVIEW Display Screen Test Strip Speaking Function Setting the Meter BEFORE TESTING Checking the Code Number Control Solution Testing Performing a Control Solution Test BLOOD GLUCOSE TESTING Preparing the Puncture Site Performing a Blood Glucose Test... - Page 5 Result Readings Error Messages Troubleshooting SPECIFICATIONS TRAINING TOOLS Attachment 1: FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System Training Checklist Attachment 2: FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System Training Quiz Attachment 3: FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System Quality Control Results Record Notes...
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Page 6: Important Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ BEFORE USE Users need to adhere to Standard Precautions when handling or using this device. All parts of the glucose monitoring system should be considered potentially infectious and are capable of transmitting bloodborne pathogens between patients and healthcare professionals. For more information, refer to “Guideline for Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings 2007”, http://www.cdc.gov/hicpac/2007ip/2007isolationprecautions.html. -
Page 7: Interfering Substances
Interfering Substances Interfering substances depend on concentration. The interfering substances listed below will have no effect up to the limiting concentration level noted. Therapeutic / Limiting Concentration Substance Physiological Concentration Range (mg/dL) (or Upper Limit) (mg/dL) Acetaminophen 6.25 0.45 - 3 Ascorbic Acid Bilirubin (Unconjugated) 0 - 2... -
Page 8: Before You Begin
BEFORE YOU BEGIN INTENDED USE Severe dehydration and excessive water loss This system is intended to be used for the may cause readings which are lower than actual quantitative measurement of glucose (sugar) values. If the patient is suffering from severe in fresh whole blood samples (from the finger). -
Page 9: Meter Overview
Display Screen METER OVERVIEW Bluetooth Switch Low Battery Symbol Activates the Bluetooth function. Test Strip Symbol Test Strip Ejector Blood Drop Symbol Eject the used strip by pushing up this Code button. Volume Symbol Bluetooth Indicator Downloads test results with a Bluetooth Test Result connection. -
Page 10: Test Strip
Test results might be wrong if the contact bar is not fully inserted into the test slot. NOTE: The FORA MD meter should only be used with FORA MD Test Strips. Using other test strips with this meter can produce inaccurate results. -
Page 11: Setting The Meter
Setting the Meter Before using your meter for the first time or if you change the meter battery, you should check and update these settings. Make sure you complete the steps below and have your desired settings 3. Setting the time saved. -
Page 12: Before Testing
NOTICE: This function is referring to the Bluetooth data transmission. If “On” is selected, your result will be transmitted automatically right after the test. 6. Choosing a language Congratulations! Press the M button to select L1/L2. The default You have completed all settings! language for the meter is L1, which is English. -
Page 13: Control Solution Testing
Control Solution Testing Our Control Solution contains a known amount of glucose that reacts with test strips and is used to ensure your meter and test strips are working together correctly. 2. Press M to mark this test as a control solution test Do a control solution test when: With “... -
Page 14: Blood Glucose Testing
Equipment Needed: 1. FORA MD Blood Glucose Meter 2. FORA MD Test Strips 3. Safety Lancet 4. Gloves 5. Alcohol Wipe or Swab Only auto-disabling, single-use lancing devices should be used with this device. 4. Read and compare the result... -
Page 15: Performing A Blood Glucose Test
Performing a Blood Glucose Test Consult manufacturer’s instructions for additional information regarding the use of the FORA MD (1.1μL blood sample required) Blood Glucose Meter. 12. Make contact with the blood sample to the 1. Verify physician’s order. sample area of the test strip. Blood will be wicked 2. -
Page 16: Cleaning And Disinfection Procedures
6. Remove and discard gloves in appropriate disinfection you should use the disinfecting wipes/ receptacles and wash hands. towelettes from below. The following product has been shown to be safe for use with the FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System. - Page 17 Each cleaning and disinfection cycle includes a For more information regarding the risk of transmission of bloodborne pathogens, please refer to: pre-cleaning step with one wipe and a disinfection ● “FDA Public Health Notification: Use of Fingerstick step with a second wipe. Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial This device has been validated to withstand...
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Page 18: Meter Memory
Reviewing Blood Glucose Day METER MEMORY Average Results The meter stores the 1000 most recent blood glucose test results along with respective dates and times in its memory. To enter the meter memory, start with the meter switched off. Reviewing Test Results 1. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Replacing the Battery MAINTENANCE To replace the battery, make sure that the Battery meter is turned off. Your meter comes with two 1.5V AAA size alkaline batteries. Low Battery Signal The meter will display one of the messages below to alert you when the meter power is getting low. 1. -
Page 20: Important Test Strip Information
Important Test Strip Important Control Solution Information Information ● Storage conditions: 35.6°F to 89.6°F (2°C to ● Use only FORA control solutions with your 32°C), below 85% relative humidity. Do not meter. freeze. ● Do not use the control solution beyond the ●... -
Page 21: System Troubleshooting
Error Messages SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTINGR MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO Appears when the batteries cannot Replace the batteries If you follow the recommended action but the provide enough immediately. problem persists, or error messages other than power for a test. the ones below appear, please call your local Appears when a customer service. -
Page 22: Specifications
Troubleshooting SPECIFICATIONS 1. If the meter does not display a message after inserting a test strip: Model No.: FORA MD POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Dimension & Weight: Battery exhausted. Replace the battery. 110 (L) x 57 (W) x 25 (H) mm, 71 g... -
Page 23: Training Tools
Demonstrates the proper actions to take for inaccurate results. Training Completed by: Name of Trainee Date Name of Instructor Signature of Instructor The trainee must complete the training of the FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System before performing glucose testing on residents. -
Page 24: Attachment 2: Fora Md Blood Glucose Monitoring System Training Quiz
Attachment 2: FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System Training Quiz Complete the following questions to assess your understanding about using the FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System to perform blood glucose tests on residents.: QUESTIONS ANSWER The FORA MD Blood Glucose Monitoring System uses:... -
Page 26: Notes
Notes... - Page 28 Distributed by ForaCare, Inc. 893 Patriot Dr., Suite D, Moorpark, CA 93021 USA Products made in Taiwan Toll Free : 1-888-307-8188 (8:30 am - 5:00 pm PST, Mon.-Fri.) www.foracare.com...
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