Accu-Chek Softclix Instructions For Use

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LANCING DEVICE
Cap with Comfort Dial Ejector Release Button
Depth Selection
Protective Cover
Lancet
Instructions for Use
The ACCU‑CHEK Softclix lancing device uses ACCU‑CHEK Softclix
lancets to obtain a drop of blood from the fingertip. The penetration
depth can be selected to match any type of skin.
This cap is for fingertip testing only.
The clear cap is for testing on sites
other than the fingertip (AST).
Do not use the clear cap for
fingertip testing.
Note: The ACCU-CHEK Softclix cap was not designed to be
replaced after each use. The ACCU-CHEK Softclix lancing device is
intended for use by a single person and is not suitable for testing
different persons with the same device as this may lead to
infections.
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Selecting the Depth
The depth on the ACCU‑CHEK Softclix lancing device may be adjusted
by turning the Comfort Dial. The current depth selection is shown in
the center of the depth indicator window. You can find the depth
indicator window as a semicircular cutout on the ejector.
The ACCU‑CHEK Softclix
lancing device offers 11 depth
settings. The settings are
shown in the depth indicator
window by the numbers 1 to
5 with additional levels
marked with dots to enable
you to precisely adjust to your individual skin type. The higher the
number visible in the depth indicator window, the greater the depth
setting.
Note: If you are using the ACCU‑CHEK Softclix lancing device for the
first time, select 1 or 2 to see if the amount of blood obtained is
enough to perform a test. If your skin is calloused or thick, you may
need to try a higher setting.
To select the desired depth setting, turn the Comfort Dial so that
1
the desired setting is in the center of the depth indicator window.
Select a new depth
2
setting by turning the
Comfort Dial. The cap will
snap into a new position,
preventing any accidental
change of the depth
setting.
Performing a Fingerstick
Pull off the cap of the
1
lancing device. If there is
already a lancet in the
device, remove it by
sliding the ejector
forward. Refer to the
section called
"Removing the Lancet."
Firmly insert a new ACCU‑CHEK Softclix lancet in the lancet holder
2
until it snaps into place.
Twist the protective cap
3
on the lancet several
times and pull gently to
remove it.
Snap on the cap after
4
lining up the notches.
The cap snaps easily
into place.
Select the desired depth setting as instructed in the section
5
"Selecting the Depth." Then, press the plunger on the end of the
device all the way down, and you will hear a click. When the
device is ready, you will see a yellow dot appear and remain in
the center of the clear release button.
Now, wash your hands and dry them thoroughly. Also warm the
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fingers to increase blood flow. If you are using alcohol wipes,
make sure your finger is completely dry before continuing.
Grasp your finger near the area to be pricked and gently massage
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for three seconds.
Hold the lancing device
8
firmly against the side
of your fingertip, then
press the release
button. Gently squeeze
your fingertip to get a
small drop of blood.
The best place to test
on the fingertip is the
side, because it has the
best blood supply, yet allows for the least painful fingerstick. Any
finger may be used for a fingerstick.
Apply the drop to the test strip you are using.
9
0 Immediately remove used lancet. To avoid accidental injury, do not
store lancet in device.
Removing the Lancet
To remove the lancet, pull
1
off the cap of the
ACCU‑CHEK Softclix
lancing device.
Hold the lancing device
2
so the lancet points
downward. Slide the
ejector forward to release
the lancet into a
puncture‑proof container.
For least painful testing and to avoid infection, use a new lancet each
time you perform a fingerstick.
Getting Blood from a Site Other Than Your Fingertip
Testing on sites other than the fingertip is referred to as alternate site
testing (AST). These sites may be any of the following – palm, forearm,
upper arm, thigh, or calf. We suggest the palm as the nonfingertip test
site.
Please refer to your test strip insert or your blood glucose meter's
owner's booklet to see if your meter is designed to test blood glucose
from sites other than your fingertip as well as for specific AST testing
instructions.
IMPORTANT – There is a delay (lag time) in the delivery of blood
glucose to nonfingertip sites when compared to fingertip. Therefore,
there is a potential for a significant difference between fingertip and
AST results. The length of delay (lag time) is strongly impacted by
lifestyle, foods eaten, and any other event having impact on blood
glucose levels. It is important that people considering nonfingertip
testing understand the following:
Talk to your doctor if you are considering testing from sites other
than your fingertip.
AST testing is not recommended during periods
of rapid decreases or increases in blood glucose
levels.
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