Dexcom G5 Mobile - 6.3 Prepping for Sensor Insertion

Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
79Starting a Sensor Session: Inserting Sensor, Transmitter, and Starting Your Session
6.3 Prepping for Sensor Insertion
Before inserting a sensor, make sure you have everything you need. Some items are included
in the Dexcom G5 packages, others are not.
Items Included in Your Dexcom G5 Packages
For sensor insertion, you need the sensor and transmitter.
Sensor Applicator
Inside Sensor Box
What you see What it is
Sterilized sensor pouch with important label information.
Check expiration date.
Do not use if it is past the expiration date.
Single use sensor applicator.
Knowing what each applicator piece does helps you successfully insert your sensor. Chapter
4, Section 4.6 gave you an overview of the sensor applicator.
The following table reviews the sensor applicator components in order of use.