Living With Diabetes; Your Role: Safely Using The Omnipod System - Insulet OmniPod User Manual

CHAPTER 9

Living with Diabetes

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Your Role: Safely Using the OmniPod System

Before deciding on the OmniPod Insulin Management System,
you and your healthcare provider discussed the advantages and
benefits of the OmniPod System, as well as the responsibilities
that come with insulin pump therapy. Remember: safe use
begins and ends with you. If you have questions or doubts about
being able to safely use the OmniPod System at any time, consult
your healthcare provider immediately.
Most problems are easily avoided by:
• Learning all you can about successful diabetes management.
• Being actively involved in your treatment.
• Checking your blood glucose levels frequently.
• Washing your hands and disinfecting infusion sites to reduce
the possibility of infection.
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• Being aware of the signs of hypoglycemia (low blood glu-
cose), hyperglycemia (high blood glucose), and diabetic
ketoacidosis (DKA). (See "Avoid Lows, Highs, and DKA" later in
this chapter.)
• Keeping a diabetes emergency kit with you at all times. (See
"Prepare for Emergencies" later in this chapter.)
• Knowing how to contact your healthcare provider in case of
an emergency.
If you are unable to use the OmniPod Insulin Man-
agement System according to instructions, you may
be putting your health and safety at risk. Talk with
your healthcare provider if you have questions or con-
cerns about using the OmniPod System.
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