4th lesson - Basal Rate Adjustment
Module Content
- Understanding Basal Rate & its
settings - Base Basal Rate
- Quick Basal Program Setup
- Editing Basal Programs (List Display)
- Editing Basal Programs (Graph Display)
- Activating a Basal Program
- Temporary Basal Rate
Fill the reservoir with an insulin pen?
There is no doubt that it is possible.
It is always recommended to take insulin out of the refrigerator a few hours before using to bring it back to room temperature ¹ ²
1-Association AD. Insulin administration. Diabetes care. 2004;27(suppl_1):s106-s107.
2-Pryce R. Diabetic ketoacidosis caused by exposure of insulin pump to heat and sunlight. BMJ. 2009;338
Frequently Asked Questions
1- If the insulin in the reservoir is running out or has been inserted for more than 3 days, follow the operation/instruction in "Change reservoir/battery" to replace the consumables
2- If there is still a lot of insulin in the reservoir, and if it is inserted within 3 days,remove the pump.Tap the “Prime Reservoir button”to see if there is drop of insulin on the needle tip
- IF yes: Put the pump back on base and use it
- IF NO: Replace the reservoir
Note: The blockage alarm will be triggered when the average amount of insulin infusion blockage reaches 2.5U. During this period, pay attention to the blood sugar levels and inject insulin subcutaneously if necessary.