Using the Advanced mode to perform a mealtime insulin dose calculation

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Using the Advanced mode to perform a mealtime insulin dose calculation"

Transcription

1 Using the Advanced mode to perform a mealtime insulin dose calculation

2 Calculator Use Obtaining a mealtime insulin dose calculation for the Advanced setup option Insert strip and apply blood sample to the side of the strip for suggested dose Answer appropriately to add any unlogged rapid-acting insulin if necessary Enter the amount of carbohydrates (in grams or servings) they are about to consume and tap to get the suggested dose

3 Using the Advanced mode to perform a mealtime insulin dose calculation (with active insulin turned on) 1 2 Insert strip and apply blood sample Enter any unlogged insulin and then tap for suggested dose OR for meal marking If you have set the active insulin function you will be asked to input any unlogged insulin FreeStyle InsuLinx is currently available for sale in Europe and Canada. FreeStyle InsuLinx is not currently for sale in the United States.

4 Using the Advanced mode to perform a mealtime insulin dose calculation (with active insulin turned on) FreeStyle InsuLinx is currently available for sale in Europe and Canada. FreeStyle InsuLinx is not currently for sale in the United States Enter the amount of carbohydrates you are about to consume and tap to get the suggested dose to log your dose and go to the Logbook OR for further information

5 Using the Advanced mode to perform a rapid-acting insulin dose calculation This is insulin to cover the meal. This is insulin to cover a glucose correction. This accounts for insulin remaining in the body from a previous dose. This is a change made to the suggested dose.

Calculating Insulin Dose

Calculating Insulin Dose Calculating Insulin Dose First, some basic things to know about insulin: Approximately 40-50% of the total daily insulin dose is to replace insulin overnight, when you are fasting and between meals. This

More information

A guidebook for people with diabetes

A guidebook for people with diabetes A guidebook for people with diabetes This booklet is designed to supplement, not replace, your doctor s advice. Please consult your doctor if you have any questions about what you read. You ll learn how

More information

Diabetes Monitoring Diary

Diabetes Monitoring Diary Diabetes Monitoring Diary For those Counting Diabetes Service My targets: Before breakfast Before other meals Before bed... mmol/l... mmol/l... mmol/l Correcting high blood glucose levels: Information

More information

Carbohydrate Ratio Correction Target Correction Factor

Carbohydrate Ratio Correction Target Correction Factor Information Needed to Get Started How many grams of carbs the child is eating Blood glucose (BG) taken before eating Important numbers from primary caregiver: Carbohydrate Ratio Correction Target Correction

More information

Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion (CSII)

Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion (CSII) IMPORTANCE OF FOCUS CSII (Insulin pumps) have been used for more than 35 years. In the U.S. in 2005, the level of insulin pump penetration was estimated at 20 to 30% in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus

More information

Quick Reference Guide

Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Look inside for step-by-step instructions on how to: >> Transfer readings from your OneTouch Meter >> View and share any of the 11 available reports >> Add information to a patient

More information

FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM. User s Manual

FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM. User s Manual FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM User s Manual Contents Reader Symbols... 1 Important Safety Information... 3 Indications for Use... 3 Contraindications... 4 Getting to Know Your System...........................

More information

Insulin Dose Adjustment REAL-Time CGMS Guidelines for Subjects on Pump Therapy

Insulin Dose Adjustment REAL-Time CGMS Guidelines for Subjects on Pump Therapy Insulin Dose Adjustment REAL-Time CGMS Guidelines for Subjects on Pump Therapy In addition to using the blood sugar logs to adjust your insulin doses every week, you should also use your continuous glucose

More information

Name Date. Doctor. Usual times to test glucose at school Extra tests (check those that apply) before exercise after exercise other (explain)

Name Date. Doctor. Usual times to test glucose at school Extra tests (check those that apply) before exercise after exercise other (explain) Appendix A SAMPLE IHP Name Date Phone numbers Blood glucose Hypoglycemia Hyperglycemia Insulin Parent/guardian#1 Work Home Parent/guardian#2 Work Home Other emergency contact Doctor Usual times to test

More information

Are you ready to pump?

Are you ready to pump? The decision to use an insulin pump is not an easy one. There is a lot involved with managing diabetes using a pump. Take some time to make this decision. Talk about it with your family and your health

More information

Diabetes Manager App Log Book + Data Management For iphone & ipod touch USER S GUIDE

Diabetes Manager App Log Book + Data Management For iphone & ipod touch USER S GUIDE Page 1 Diabetes Manager App Log Book + Data Management For iphone & ipod touch USER S GUIDE Page 2 By using the ibgstar Diabetes Manager Application (DMA or the app): You agree that the use of this software

More information

TYPE 2 DIABETES SEQUENTIAL INSULIN STRATEGIES

TYPE 2 DIABETES SEQUENTIAL INSULIN STRATEGIES TYPE 2 DIABETES SEQUENTIAL INSULIN STRATEGIES Non-insulin regimes Basal insulin only (usually with oral agents) Number of injections 1 Regimen complexity Low Basal insulin +1 meal-time rapidacting insulin

More information

Optimizing Insulin Therapy. Calculating Insulin to Carbohydrate Ratios and Correction/Sensitivity Factors

Optimizing Insulin Therapy. Calculating Insulin to Carbohydrate Ratios and Correction/Sensitivity Factors Optimizing Insulin Therapy Calculating Insulin to Carbohydrate Ratios and Correction/Sensitivity Factors Introduction Diabetes management, and particularly self-management, has come a long way. Unfortunately,

More information

Diabetes Health Care Plan

Diabetes Health Care Plan The Public Schools of Brookline School Health Services of Plan: Diabetes Health Care Plan To be completed by the student s health care team and parents/guardian. Plan will be kept with the school nurse

More information

Jane Jeffrie Seley DNP, MPH, GNP, CDE, BC-ADM, CDTC Diabetes Nurse Practitioner Division of Endocrinology NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell

Jane Jeffrie Seley DNP, MPH, GNP, CDE, BC-ADM, CDTC Diabetes Nurse Practitioner Division of Endocrinology NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Jane Jeffrie Seley DNP, MPH, GNP, CDE, BC-ADM, CDTC Diabetes Nurse Practitioner Division of Endocrinology NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical College Disclosures Advisory Board Member:

More information

Report reference guide. mmol/l. One. solution EMR. No fuss

Report reference guide. mmol/l. One. solution EMR. No fuss Report reference guide mmol/l One solution No fuss 0000000000 00 0 0000 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 000000000 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 00000000000000000000 00 EMR About. Plug Transmitter into your outlet is

More information

Getting Started 5. Using the TRUEmanager 7. Patient Management 10. Reports 43. Database 57. Options 64

Getting Started 5. Using the TRUEmanager 7. Patient Management 10. Reports 43. Database 57. Options 64 TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started 5 Welcome... 5 Install... 6 Installing Data Cables for Result Downloading... 6 Install TRUEmanager Diabetes Management Software... 6 Uninstall... 7 Using the TRUEmanager

More information

Medication Guide. SYMLIN (SĬM-lĭn) (pramlintide acetate) injection

Medication Guide. SYMLIN (SĬM-lĭn) (pramlintide acetate) injection Page 1 Medication Guide SYMLIN (SĬM-lĭn) (pramlintide acetate) injection Read the Medication Guide and the Patient Instructions for Use that come with your SYMLIN product before you start using it and

More information

My Sick Day Plan for Type 1 Diabetes on an Insulin Pump

My Sick Day Plan for Type 1 Diabetes on an Insulin Pump My Sick Day Plan for Type 1 Diabetes on an Insulin Pump When you are sick, your blood sugar levels may be harder to keep under control. Your blood sugar may go too high or too low. Use this guide to help

More information

ALVIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Diabetes Medical Management Plan

ALVIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Diabetes Medical Management Plan ALVIN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Diabetes Medical Management Plan of Plan: School Year (must be current): This plan should be completed by the student s personal health care team and parents/guardian.

More information

Insulin/Diabetes Calculations

Insulin/Diabetes Calculations Insulin/Diabetes Calculations Dr. Aipoalani St Lukes Endocrinology Goals Describe various calculations for insulin dosing Understand importance of the total daily dose (TDD) of insulin Be able to calculate

More information

DIABETES PACKET. To ensure your child s well-being, please provide the school with the following supplies:

DIABETES PACKET. To ensure your child s well-being, please provide the school with the following supplies: NSG-203A NORTH ROYALTON CITY SCHOOLS 6579 Royalton Road North Royalton, Ohio 44133 DIABETES PACKET Dear Parent/Guardian: You have indicated that your child has Diabetes. Please complete the attached SCHOOL

More information

The FreeStyle Lite Meter and How It Works

The FreeStyle Lite Meter and How It Works ENGLISH The FreeStyle Lite Meter and How It Works System Check Screen This screen always appears when the meter is turned on so that you can make sure the display is working properly. Do not use the meter

More information

Diabetes. New Trends Presented by Barbara Obst RN MS August 2008

Diabetes. New Trends Presented by Barbara Obst RN MS August 2008 Diabetes New Trends Presented by Barbara Obst RN MS August 2008 What is Diabetes Diabetes is a condition characterized by high levels of glucose. The glucose circulates in your blood and serves as the

More information

How to adjust your insulin if taken two or three times daily. To change the insulin dose, you will need to know:

How to adjust your insulin if taken two or three times daily. To change the insulin dose, you will need to know: What to do if your results are too high or too low The target range for your blood glucose results is from to 8 mmol/l - aim to have four out of every five blood glucose results in this range. If three

More information

Diabetes Mellitus: Type 1

Diabetes Mellitus: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: Type 1 What is type 1 diabetes mellitus? Type 1 diabetes is a disorder that happens when your body produces little or no insulin. The lack of insulin causes the level of sugar in your

More information

School Year 20 / 20. Diabetes Health Care Plan for Southgate Schools

School Year 20 / 20. Diabetes Health Care Plan for Southgate Schools School Year 20 / 20 Diabetes Health Care Plan for Southgate Schools Diabetes Medical Management Plan, Initialized Healthcare Plan and Physician Orders Part A: Contact Information must be completed by the

More information

Telephone: Home Work Cell E-mail Address Father/Guardian: Address:

Telephone: Home Work Cell E-mail Address Father/Guardian: Address: SAMPLE Diabetes Medical Management Plan/Individualized Healthcare Plan Part A: Contact Information must be completed by the parent/guardian. Part B: Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP) must be completed

More information

DIABETES AND INSULIN PUMP THERAPY TOP TIPS FOR TRAVELLING

DIABETES AND INSULIN PUMP THERAPY TOP TIPS FOR TRAVELLING DIABETES AND INSULIN PUMP THERAPY TOP TIPS FOR TRAVELLING Information Leaflet Your Health. Our Priority. Page 2 of 6 People with diabetes who use an insulin pump can still enjoy foreign travel. However

More information

UMA Diabetes Self-Care Log Book

UMA Diabetes Self-Care Log Book BRING THIS WITH YOU ON EVERY VISIT UMA Diabetes Self-Care Log Book Name MY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TESTNG MY BLOOD GLUCOSE My Doctor s name My Nurse s name Check your blood glucose: before breakfast before lunch

More information

Blood Glucose Meter recommendations for GP practices

Blood Glucose Meter recommendations for GP practices Blood Glucose Meter recommendations for GP practices Meter name Glucolab WaveSense JAZZ GlucoRx Nexus GlucoRx Nexus Mini TRUEyou mini Product photo Size details: Palm size Palm size Large visual display.

More information

Basal Rate Testing Blood sugar is affected at any time by 1) basal insulin 2) food (carbohydrate) intake 3) bolus insulin (meal time and correction)

Basal Rate Testing Blood sugar is affected at any time by 1) basal insulin 2) food (carbohydrate) intake 3) bolus insulin (meal time and correction) Basal Rate Testing Blood sugar is affected at any time by 1) basal insulin 2) food (carbohydrate) intake 3) bolus insulin (meal time and correction) 4) activity and 5) other factors such as stress and

More information

BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING MEDICATION

BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING MEDICATION DIABETES CARE FOR SCHOOL MEDICAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Most Recent A1C and Date: BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING Meter Type: Testing Independently: yes no Testing times: Before meals Two hours after insulin dosing

More information

OmniPod. Extension. for the CoPilot Health Management System. Version 1.1. For use with PDM model UST200

OmniPod. Extension. for the CoPilot Health Management System. Version 1.1. For use with PDM model UST200 OmniPod Extension for the CoPilot Health Management System Version 1.1 For use with PDM model UST200 OmniPod Extension for CoPilot Quick Start Guide 1 Quick Start Guide Use the OmniPod Extension to download

More information

Do children with diabetes need a special diet?

Do children with diabetes need a special diet? Do children with diabetes need a special diet? No! The basic nutritional needs of a child or adolescent with diabetes is the same as their peers Healthy eating is important for all children Children with

More information

at The Valley Hospital (TVH) for Nursing Students/Nursing Instructors 2012

at The Valley Hospital (TVH) for Nursing Students/Nursing Instructors 2012 at The Valley Hospital (TVH) for Nursing Students/Nursing Instructors 2012 Subject - Insulin Safety Background Insulin known to be high risk medication Can promote serious hypoglycemia if given incorrectly

More information

Insulin onset, peak and duration of action

Insulin onset, peak and duration of action Insulin onset, peak and duration of action Insulin was first discovered in the early 190 s. Before then, diabetes could not be treated. Insulin was then taken from cow and pig pancreases, but nearly all

More information

The OmniPod Insulin Management System

The OmniPod Insulin Management System Caregiver GUIDE The OmniPod Insulin Management System The OmniPod is an easy-to-use, two-part insulin delivery system. If you are a school nurse, daycare provider, or other secondary caregiver for someone

More information

A patient guide to the use of insulin for diabetes

A patient guide to the use of insulin for diabetes A patient guide to the use of insulin for diabetes Delivering the best in care UHB is a no smoking Trust To see all of our current patient information leaflets please visit www.uhb.nhs.uk/patient-information-leaflets.htm

More information

A Reference Guide for School Nurses. with the Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump

A Reference Guide for School Nurses. with the Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump A Reference Guide for School Nurses with the Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump Table Of Contents I Table of Contents The Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump A Reference Guide for School Nurses For the 522, 722,

More information

Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. www.abbottdiabetescare.com. ART20494 Rev. B 02/11

Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. www.abbottdiabetescare.com. ART20494 Rev. B 02/11 Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. www.abbottdiabetescare.com ART20494 Rev. B 02/11 Table of Contents Contents Preface...vi Overview of the CoPilot Health Management System...vi Intended Use and Application...vi

More information

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CLINIC APPOINTMENT

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CLINIC APPOINTMENT GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CLINIC APPOINTMENT In preparation for your visit to the Diabetes Clinic, we have created this checklist which will help you get the most out of your clinic appointment. Have

More information

OneTouch Reveal Web Application. User Manual for Patients Instructions for Use

OneTouch Reveal Web Application. User Manual for Patients Instructions for Use OneTouch Reveal Web Application User Manual for Patients Instructions for Use Contents 2 Contents Chapter 1: Introduction...3 Product Overview...3 Intended Use...3 System Requirements... 3 Technical Support...3

More information

Insulin Pump Therapy in Older Adults

Insulin Pump Therapy in Older Adults Insulin Pump Therapy in Older Adults Joshua Akers, PharmD Candidate, 2007 College of Pharmacy Washington State University Spokane, WA Phone: 509-432-3332 Email: [email protected] and Stephen M. Setter,

More information

Insulin Initiation and Intensification

Insulin Initiation and Intensification Insulin Initiation and Intensification ANDREW S. RHINEHART, MD, FACP, CDE MEDICAL DIRECTOR AND DIABETOLOGIST JOHNSTON MEMORIAL DIABETES CARE CENTER Objectives Understand the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

More information

Insulin Delivery System. Reference Guide

Insulin Delivery System. Reference Guide Insulin Delivery System Reference Guide Reference Guide As an important member of our family, we would like you to know we understand the importance of managing your diabetes. We care about your health

More information

B. Braun Space GlucoseControl (SGC)

B. Braun Space GlucoseControl (SGC) B. Braun Space GlucoseControl (SGC) Quick Reference Guide Valid for software I9305_C Automated Infusion Systems Starting a new insulin therapy SpaceControl cannot be switched on and off by itself. It is

More information

BOLUS INSULIN DOSAGES H. Peter Chase, MD and Erin Cobry, BS

BOLUS INSULIN DOSAGES H. Peter Chase, MD and Erin Cobry, BS CHAPTER 6: BOLUS INSULIN DOSAGES H. Peter Chase, MD and Erin Cobry, BS WHAT IS BOLUS INSULIN? Bolus insulin dosages refer to the quick bursts of insulin given to cover the carbohydrates in meals or snacks

More information

Improving the Timing of Insulin Administration

Improving the Timing of Insulin Administration Lehigh Valley Health Network LVHN Scholarly Works Patient Care Services / Nursing Improving the Timing of Insulin Administration Jessica Buzinski BSN, RN Lehigh Valley Health Network Anna E. Dixon RN,

More information

TYPE 1 DIABETES - SICK DAY RULES

TYPE 1 DIABETES - SICK DAY RULES TYPE 1 DIABETES - SICK DAY RULES Information Leaflet Your Health. Our Priority. Page 2 of 6 Introduction People with diabetes don t get ill any more often than other people, but illness and infections

More information

Your blood sugar will be checked on arrival to Endoscopy and monitored whilst you are there.

Your blood sugar will be checked on arrival to Endoscopy and monitored whilst you are there. GASTROSCOPY TABLET CONTROLLED DIABETES (Including injectable medication which is not insulin) MORNING APOINTMENT Take your tablets as normal on the day before the test. On the day of the test: Omit your

More information

Insulin Pumps. with Diabetes

Insulin Pumps. with Diabetes Insulin Pumps with Diabetes Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (with an insulin pump) is an alternative to multiple daily injections for people with type 1 diabetes Streetwise What is an insulin

More information

Blood Sugar Testing. Bayer Health Facts

Blood Sugar Testing. Bayer Health Facts Blood Sugar Testing Bayer Health Facts What is Blood Sugar Testing? A blood sugar test tells you how much sugar is in your blood at the moment it is tested. Blood sugar is also called blood glucose. One

More information

INSULINThere are. T y p e 1 T y p e 2. many different insulins for

INSULINThere are. T y p e 1 T y p e 2. many different insulins for T y p e 1 T y p e 2 INSULINThere are many different insulins for Characteristics The three characteristics of insulin are: Onset. The length of time before insulin reaches the bloodstream and begins lowering

More information

Algorithms for Glycemic Management of Type 2 Diabetes

Algorithms for Glycemic Management of Type 2 Diabetes KENTUCKY DIABETES NETWORK, INC. Algorithms for Glycemic Management of Type 2 Diabetes The Diabetes Care Algorithms for Type 2 Diabetes included within this document are taken from the American Association

More information

Design of an Insulin Pump. Purpose of an Insulin Pump:

Design of an Insulin Pump. Purpose of an Insulin Pump: Design of an Insulin Pump Purpose of an Insulin Pump: Insulin is a hormone central to regulating carbohydrate and fat metabolism in the body. It is secreted regularly within the body and aids in converting

More information

OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON DIABETES MEDICAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Page 1 of 5 TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN

OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON DIABETES MEDICAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Page 1 of 5 TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN PART I OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON DIABETES MEDICAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Page 1 of 5 TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN Student School Date of Birth Date of Diagnosis Grade/ Teacher Physical

More information

Introducing DEXCOM STUDIO INTUITIVE. FOCUSED. SIMPLIFIED. HELP TAKE the GUESSWORK OUT of GLUCOSE PATTERN MANAGEMENT

Introducing DEXCOM STUDIO INTUITIVE. FOCUSED. SIMPLIFIED. HELP TAKE the GUESSWORK OUT of GLUCOSE PATTERN MANAGEMENT Introducing DEXCOM STUDIO Continuous Glucose Monitoring Software INTUITIVE. FOCUSED. SIMPLIFIED. HELP TAKE the GUESSWORK OUT of GLUCOSE PATTERN MANAGEMENT Glucose Pattern Management A Guide to Interpreting

More information

Chapter 1 The Importance of Education in Diabetes

Chapter 1 The Importance of Education in Diabetes Chapter 1 The Importance of Education in Diabetes H. Peter Chase, MD DeAnn Johnson, RN, BSN, CDE INTRODUCTION Families and children need to understand as much as possible about diabetes. A shorter book,

More information

Insulin pump therapy aiming for better blood glucose control in people with type 1 diabetes

Insulin pump therapy aiming for better blood glucose control in people with type 1 diabetes Insulin pump therapy aiming for better blood glucose control in people with type 1 diabetes The Guy s and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust insulin pump service is provided by a multidisciplinary team consisting

More information

Blood Glucose Management

Blood Glucose Management Blood Glucose Management What Influences Blood Sugar Levels? There are three main things that influence your blood sugar: Nutrition Exercise Medication What Influences Blood Sugar Levels? NUTRITION 4 Meal

More information

Subcutaneous Insulin Audit Tool

Subcutaneous Insulin Audit Tool Name of organisation Audit completed by Designation Date Recommendations 1. Is there promotion of insulin as a high risk medicine in your organisation? 2. Does your organisation promote use of the word

More information

Diabetes Management and Treatment Plan for School (For the insulin pump student)

Diabetes Management and Treatment Plan for School (For the insulin pump student) Lafayette School Corporation Health Services Diabetes Management and Treatment Plan for School (For the insulin pump student) Effective Dates: This plan should be complete by the student s personal health

More information

Your Insulin Adjustment Workbook Yes, You Can Do It!

Your Insulin Adjustment Workbook Yes, You Can Do It! S T AY I N G O N T A R G E T TARGET THERAPY Staying on Target TM Your Insulin Adjustment Workbook Yes, You Can Do It! YES, YOU CAN DO IT! Your How-To Guide for Adjusting Basal and Bolus Insulin This workbook

More information

INSULIN PUMP THERAPY

INSULIN PUMP THERAPY INSULIN PUMP THERAPY Information Leaflet Your Health. Our Priority. Page 2 of 5 Insulin management plan for pregnant women using insulin pump therapy If at any point, you are not able to control your blood

More information

BASAL BOLUS INSULIN FOR MEDICAL- SURGICAL INPATIENTS

BASAL BOLUS INSULIN FOR MEDICAL- SURGICAL INPATIENTS BASAL BOLUS INSULIN FOR MEDICAL- SURGICAL INPATIENTS C O N T A C T D I A B E T E S S E R V I C E S F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N 8 4 7-9 1 7-6 9 0 7 THIS SLIDE PRESENTATION WAS PREPARED BY SUE DROGOS,

More information

How to design an insulin pump

How to design an insulin pump How to design an insulin pump Learn about the purpose of an insulin pump, its overall workings, and the requirements needed for its design as well as implementation. By Asha Ganesan Applications Engineer

More information

Starting Insulin Injections

Starting Insulin Injections Starting Insulin Injections A Gestational Diabetes Information Booklet Supported by What does insulin do? insulin Insulin is made by your pancreas. pancreas Insulin is released into the blood when you

More information

Ketones & diabetes; Reduce your risk!

Ketones & diabetes; Reduce your risk! Ketones & diabetes; Reduce your risk! Booklet includes Sick Day Wallet Card Ketones 101 Do I really need to know this? by Helen Jones RN, MSN, CSE YES! The word Ketone is important for you to know if you

More information

isophane human insulin (prb) A Guide to Starting Humulin I

isophane human insulin (prb) A Guide to Starting Humulin I isophane human insulin (prb) A Guide to Starting Humulin I This leaflet is intended only for those individuals who have been prescribed Humulin I. It is intended to be used in addition to the Patient Information

More information

BLOOD GLUCOSE METER. Getting Started Guide for Single Patient Use Only

BLOOD GLUCOSE METER. Getting Started Guide for Single Patient Use Only BLOOD GLUCOSE METER Getting Started Guide for Single Patient Use Only Before You Start Testing About the meter and test strips Carefully read and follow the instructions in the Getting Started Guide,

More information

(30251) Insulin SQ Prandial Carbohydrate

(30251) Insulin SQ Prandial Carbohydrate Diagnosis Patient MUST BE educated using carbohydrate counting for prial insulin coverage before hospitalization to be eligible for this order set Nursing Metered Glucose (Single Select Section) Metered

More information

Mobile App User Guide

Mobile App User Guide Mobile App User Guide Contents 2 Contents Introduction... 4 OneTouch Reveal mobile app...4 Supported Devices and System Requirements...4 Android Legal Notice...4 Google Play Legal Notice...4 Bluetooth

More information

Monitoring and Carbohydrate Counting: The Cornerstones of Diabetes Control. Linda Macdonald, M.D. November 19, 2008

Monitoring and Carbohydrate Counting: The Cornerstones of Diabetes Control. Linda Macdonald, M.D. November 19, 2008 Monitoring and Carbohydrate Counting: The Cornerstones of Diabetes Control Linda Macdonald, M.D. November 19, 2008 Objectives Understand the relationship between insulin, carbohydrate intake, and blood

More information

INPATIENT DIABETES MANAGEMENT Robert J. Rushakoff, MD Professor of Medicine Director, Inpatient Diabetes University of California, San Francisco

INPATIENT DIABETES MANAGEMENT Robert J. Rushakoff, MD Professor of Medicine Director, Inpatient Diabetes University of California, San Francisco INPATIENT DIABETES MANAGEMENT Robert J. Rushakoff, MD Professor of Medicine Director, Inpatient Diabetes University of California, San Francisco CLINICAL RECOGNITION Background: Appropriate inpatient glycemic

More information

PATIENT INFORMATION. Medicine To Treat: D iabetes. What You Need to Know About. Insulin

PATIENT INFORMATION. Medicine To Treat: D iabetes. What You Need to Know About. Insulin PATIENT INFORMATION Medicine To Treat: D iabetes What You Need to Know About Insulin INTRODUCTION The insulin preparations currently available in Singapore are mostly from human origin; pork or bovine

More information

Diabetes Education Information for Teachers and School staff

Diabetes Education Information for Teachers and School staff Diabetes Education Information for Teachers and School staff The information below is intended to educate school staff on the basics of diabetes care. If you have a student in your classroom or you will

More information

Diabetes Management Tube Feeding/Parenteral Nutrition Order Set (Adult)

Diabetes Management Tube Feeding/Parenteral Nutrition Order Set (Adult) Review Due Date: 2016 May PATIENT CARE ORDERS Weight (kg) Known Adverse Reactions or Intolerances DRUG No Yes (list) FOOD No Yes (list) LATEX No Yes ***See Suggestions for Management (on reverse)*** ***If

More information

Carbohydrate Counting and Insulin. Diabetes Care Group www.diabetescaregrp.com

Carbohydrate Counting and Insulin. Diabetes Care Group www.diabetescaregrp.com Carbohydrate Counting and Insulin Diabetes Care Group www.diabetescaregrp.com 1 Objectives State carbohydrate grams in commonly eaten foods Determine total carbohydrate grams using a nutrition label or

More information

The Basics of Insulin Pump Therapy

The Basics of Insulin Pump Therapy The Basics of Insulin Pump Therapy Table of Contents The Basics of Insulin Pump Therapy Introduction Welcome... 3 Chapter 1 Balancing Glucose and Insulin............................. 10 Section 1: Glucose,

More information

Diabetes Insulin Pump Health Care Plan District Nurse Phone: 262-560-2104 District Nurse Fax: 262-560-2106

Diabetes Insulin Pump Health Care Plan District Nurse Phone: 262-560-2104 District Nurse Fax: 262-560-2106 EMPOW ERING A COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS AND LEADERS Diabetes Insulin Pump Health Care Plan District Nurse Phone: 262-560-2104 District Nurse Fax: 262-560-2106 Student DOB School Grade Doctor Phone School Year

More information

Blood Sugar Log. Breakfast (daily) Before Lunch Before Dinner Bedtime

Blood Sugar Log. Breakfast (daily) Before Lunch Before Dinner Bedtime Blood Sugar Log Date Before Breakfast (daily) Before Lunch Before Dinner Bedtime DIABETES MANAGEMENT (HEMOGLOBIN A1c) Your Hemoglobin A1c is the blood test that tells your doctor how well you are managing

More information

Insulin Pump Therapy

Insulin Pump Therapy CHILDREN S SERVICES Insulin Pump Therapy These guidelines are not intended for starting a patient on an insulin pump. They are intended to give staff not part of the diabetic team information regarding

More information

In-hospital management of diabetes

In-hospital management of diabetes Dr. Tom Elliott MBBS, FRCPC Medical Direct 4102 2775 Laurel St. phone: 604.675.2491 Vancouver, BC fax: 604.875.5931 V5Z 1M9 Canada email: [email protected] In-hospital management of diabetes General Management

More information

Types of insulin and How to Use Them

Types of insulin and How to Use Them Diabetes and Insulin Pumps Amy S. Pullen Pharm.D ISHP Spring Meeting April 2012 Objectives Describe the different types of insulin used in diabetes Identify the types of insulin that are compatible with

More information

Changing to Basal Bolus Insulin Regimen

Changing to Basal Bolus Insulin Regimen Changing to Basal Bolus Insulin Regimen What is a basal bolus insulin regimen? Basal insulin (Lantus) is injected once per day and ensures there is insulin in the body at all times. Bolus insulin (NovoRapid/Humalog)

More information

Skills Standards ADVANCED CMA: INSULIN ADMINISTRATION OD68609 MEETS OSDH NURSE AIDE REGISTRY CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Skills Standards ADVANCED CMA: INSULIN ADMINISTRATION OD68609 MEETS OSDH NURSE AIDE REGISTRY CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Skills Standards ADVANCED CMA: INSULIN ADMINISTRATION OD68609 MEETS OSDH NURSE AIDE REGISTRY CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION: OKLAHOMA S RECIPE FOR SUCCESS BY THE INDUSTRY FOR THE

More information

Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP)

Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP) Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP) This plan should be completed by the student s personal diabetes health care team, including the parents/guardian. It should be reviewed with relevant school staff

More information