Insulet OmniPod User Manual page 119

Possible causes of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose)
Possible cause of high Suggested action
Expired insulin Deactivate and remove used pod.
Apply new pod filled with insulin
Insulin exposed
from a new vial.
to extreme
temperatures
Infusion site in or Deactivate and remove used pod.
near a scar or mole Apply a new pod in a different
location.
Infected infusion site Deactivate and remove used pod.
Apply a new pod in a different loca-
tion and consult your healthcare
provider.
Dislodged cannula Deactivate and remove used pod.
Apply a new pod in a different
location.
Up/Down Controller
Avoid sites near a waistband,
belt, or other areas where fric-
tion may dislodge the cannula.
User Info/Support
Living with Diabetes
Possible cause of high Suggested action
Empty pod Deactivate and remove used pod.
Apply a new pod in a different
location.
Incorrect basal Confirm that correct basal program
program is active.
Confirm that PDM time is set
correctly.
Consult your healthcare provider
about adjusting your basal pro-
grams or using a temporary (temp)
basal rate.
Incorrect bolus Check carb intake.
timing
Take bolus with food.
Check blood glucose before giving
Bolus too small
meal bolus; if necessary, adjust
bolus.
Consult healthcare provider for
guidance.
Blood Glucose Records
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