Avoid Infusion Site Infections; Get The Most From Your Pod; Avoid Extreme Temperatures; Water And Your Pod - OmniPod CAT45E Guide De L'utilisateur

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Using the Pod

Avoid Infusion Site Infections

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• Always wash your hands and use the aseptic technique to
prepare the infusion site before applying a Pod.
• Do not apply a Pod to any area of the skin with an active
infection. If you are unsure whether to use a specific site, ask
your healthcare provider.
• At least once a day, use the Pod' s viewing window to check
the site for signs of infection and to confirm that the soft
cannula is securely in place.
• Be aware of the signs of infection, including pain, swelling,
redness, discharge, or heat at the site. If you suspect an
infection, immediately remove the Pod and apply a new one
in a different location. Then call your healthcare provider.
• Change the Pod as instructed by your healthcare provider.

Get the Most From Your Pod

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Avoid extreme temperatures

The Pod' s operating temperature is between 4.4 °C and 40 °C
(between 40 °F and 104 °F).
Under normal circumstances, your body temperature will keep
the Pod well within this range.
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Do NOT expose a Pod to direct sunlight for long
periods of time. It is recommended that you remove
your Pod prior to using hot tubs, whirlpools, or
saunas. These conditions could expose the Pod to
extreme temperatures and may also affect the insulin
inside the Pod.
Remember to check your blood glucose levels frequently
before and after removing the Pod. Check with your
healthcare provider for guidelines on removing the Pod
for extended periods.
Insulin degrades at high temperatures and will freeze
near 0 °C (32 °F). Check the insulin manufacturer's
instructions for use.

Water and your Pod

The Pod is waterproof up to a depth of 7.6 meters (25 feet) for up
to 60 minutes (IP28). After exposure to water, rinse off the Pod
with clean water and gently dry it with a towel.