Insulet Corporation 017 Manuale Utente
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You can reduce the risk of infection at the infusion site by follow-
ing aseptic technique and disinfecting the infusion site. Before
applying a new Pod, always:
ing aseptic technique and disinfecting the infusion site. Before
applying a new Pod, always:
1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Use soap to wash the infusion site.
3. Dry the site with a clean towel.
4. Use an alcohol prep swab to disinfect the infusion site. Start at
the center of the site and gently rub outward in a circular
motion.
motion.
5. Let the site air-dry thoroughly. Do not blow on the site to dry
it.
Apply the new Pod
Prepare the Pod for applying to your infusion site:
1. To remove the needle cap on the underside of the Pod, place
your thumb on the bottom (flat edge) of the needle cap and
pull it upwards (Figure 5-11). The needle cap will snap off.
pull it upwards (Figure 5-11). The needle cap will snap off.
2. How to verify Pod is Ready
Pod is:
•
Clean and dry
•
Adhesive pad is intact and undamaged
•
Pod is intact and in its original condition
To help avoid condensation from occurring in the
viewing window, make sure both your Pod and your
insulin are at room temperature.
viewing window, make sure both your Pod and your
insulin are at room temperature.
Antibacterial soap may irritate skin, especially at the
infusion site. Ask your healthcare provider how to
treat any skin irritation.
infusion site. Ask your healthcare provider how to
treat any skin irritation.
Verify cannula is not extending
beyond adhesive backing once
needle cap is removed.
beyond adhesive backing once
needle cap is removed.
Figure 5-11
Figure 5-12