High Glucose; To Avoid High Glucose And Dka - Insulet Omnipod GO User Manual

4 Taking Care of Your Pod and Your Diabetes
Possible causes of
low glucose
Incorrect Pod
Prone to severe
low glucose
or hypoglycemia
unawareness
Unplanned
physical activity
Low carbohydrate
intake prior
to activity
Alcohol consumption

High Glucose

Warning:
need emergency medical care. Ask a friend or family member
to take you to the emergency room or call an ambulance.

To avoid high glucose and DKA

Check your glucose:
• At least once a day, or as advised by your healthcare provider
• If you feel nauseated or sick
• Whenever your glucose has been running unusually high or low
• If you suspect that your glucose is high or low
• As directed by your healthcare provider
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Suggested action
Confirm that you have the correct Pod.
Consult your healthcare provider if you think
your insulin dose may need to change.
Consult your healthcare provider about
hypoglycemia (low glucose) unawareness
and about changing prescribed amounts of
insulin and other medications.
Carry fast-acting carbs, for example,
glucose tablets.
Check glucose before activity.
Consult your healthcare provider
for guidance.
Check glucose, especially before going
to bed.
Consult your healthcare provider
for guidance.
NEVER drive yourself to the emergency room if you