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Infusion Sets and Sites Suggested Solution
Insulin leak
Check Luer lock connection by wrapping a tissue around it to
check for moisture; tighten or change cartridge and infusion set
if needed. Check that cartridge is not filled with more than 2.0
mL of insulin.
Redness, tenderness, lumps,
itching, warmth, discharge
Change infusion set and site; use clean technique. Treat old site
for infection if necessary. Consult healthcare team.
Cartridge Reused
Do not reuse cartridge. Cartridge is for single use only.
DKA (Diabetic Ketoacidosis)
Hyperglycemia can lead to DKA. If your BG is above 250 mg/dL (13.5 mmol/L), check
blood or urine ketones per your healthcare team. Remember, the first signs of DKA are
often nausea and vomiting. Also remember that because you no longer have long-acting
insulin in your system, DKA can develop quickly if you ignore and/or fail to troubleshoot
potential problems.
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