Insulin pump preparation, safety loop.

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Safety Loop

Finished With The Hard Part

Once the infusion set is inserted and secured in place, loop the infusion line a short distance away and tape this loop against the skin with a piece of Micropore™ tape or other adhesive. This safety loop can be placed about an inch away from the infusion site and prevents it from being dislodged should the infusion line be accidentally pulled.

Change the infusion site at least every 72 hours to prevent skin irritation, infection or an abscess that may require an antibiotic or surgery.

Check the infusion site daily or whenever you suspect redness, swelling or bleeding. Change the infusion site immediately if any of these occur.

Be sure to inspect your infusion site for leakage or other problems if your blood sugars are high. If blood sugars are high twice in a for no apparent reason, replace your infusion set.

Sweating from heat or exercise can cause the infusion set to come loose. If this is a problem, use a plain unscented antiperspirant (not deodorant) on the skin to reduce sweating.

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