Insulet Corporation 019 Manuale Utente

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Replace the Pod at least once every 72 hours or up to 200 
units of insulin (3 days). Refer to the insulin labeling and follow 
your healthcare provider’s directions for how often to replace 
your Pod. If you like, you can set the Personal Diabetes Manager 
(PDM) to notify you when it is time to replace the Pod (see Chap-
ter 6, Using the Personal Diabetes Manager).

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Do NOT apply or use a Pod if the sterile packaging is open or 
damaged, or if the Pod has been dropped after removal from 
the package as this may increase the risk of infection. Pods 
are sterile unless packaging has been opened or damaged.

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Do NOT apply or use a Pod if it is damaged in any way. A dam-
aged Pod may not work properly.

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To minimize the possibility of site infection, do NOT apply a 

Pod without first using aseptic technique. This means to:
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wash your hands

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clean the insulin vial with an alcohol prep swab

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clean the infusion site with soap and water

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keep sterile materials away from any possible germs

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Do NOT use a Pod if you are sensitive to or have allergies to 
acrylic adhesives, or have fragile or easily damaged skin.

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Check often to make sure the Pod and soft cannula are 
securely attached and in place. A loose or dislodged cannula 
may interrupt insulin delivery. Verify there is no wetness or 
scent of insulin, which may indicate the cannula has dis-
lodged.

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Do NOT apply a new Pod until you have deactivated and 
removed the old Pod. A Pod that has not been deactivated 
properly may continue to deliver insulin as programmed, put-
ting you at risk of over infusion and possible hypoglycemia.