Emergency Kit - Insulet Omnipod GO User Manual

1 Introduction

Emergency Kit

Warning:
recommended by your healthcare provider on hand to
quickly respond to any diabetes emergency or in case your
Pod stops working. Always carry supplies to perform a Pod
change should you need to replace your Pod at any time.
Warning:
need emergency medical care. Ask a friend or family member
to take you to the emergency room or call an ambulance.
Some items you may need include:
• Glucose tablets or another fast-acting source of carbs
• Blood glucose test strips
• Blood glucose meter
• Lancing device and lancets
• Alcohol prep swabs
• A bottle (vial) of rapid-acting U-100 insulin
(see "1.6. Compatible Insulins" on page 6 for insulins cleared for
use in the Omnipod GO Pod)
• Several new, sealed Omnipod GO Pods
• A signed letter from your healthcare provider explaining that you
need to carry insulin supplies and the Omnipod GO Pod
• Phone numbers for your healthcare provider and/or physician in
case of an emergency
Tip: Before discontinuing use of the Omnipod GO Pod, ask
your healthcare provider what supplies you need to keep
on hand.
Tip: Ask your healthcare provider to help you develop plans
for handling emergency situations, including what to do if you
cannot reach your healthcare provider.
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ALWAYS keep the emergency kit supplies
NEVER drive yourself to the emergency room if you