Possible causes of
hyperglycaemia
Infected infusion site
Dislodged cannula
Empty Pod
Incorrect Basal
Program
Incorrect bolus
timing
or bolus too small
High-protein or high-
fat meal
Less activity than
normal
Blood glucose value
greater than 13.9
mmol/L(with ketones
present) before
exercise
Infection or illness
or medication change
Living with Diabetes 13
Suggested action
Deactivate and remove the used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different location and consult
your healthcare provider.
Deactivate and remove the used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different location.
Note: Avoid sites near a waistband, belt, or other areas
where friction may dislodge the cannula.
Deactivate and remove the used Pod.
Apply a new Pod in a different location.
Confirm that the correct Basal Program is active.
Confirm that the PDM time is set correctly.
Consult your healthcare provider about adjusting
your Basal Programs or using a temp basal.
Check carbohydrate intake.
Take bolus with food.
Check blood glucose before giving a meal bolus. If
necessary, adjust the bolus.
Consult your healthcare provider for guidance.
Calculate protein/fat intake and account for it in your
bolus timing and bolus type.
Consult your healthcare provider about using the
extended bolus option.
Consult your healthcare provider about adjusting
your Basal Programs or using a temp basal.
Do not exercise when ketones are present.
Note: Blood glucose increases with exercise when
ketones are present.
Consult your healthcare provider for guidance.
See "Sick days" on page 173.
Consult your healthcare provider about sick day
guidelines and about medication changes.
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Effective Date: 18OCT2020, PCO-000235