Dexcom G5 - Included in Your Dexcom G5 Mobile Packages; Prepping for Sensor Insertion

Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
74Starting a Sensor Session: Inserting Sensor, Attaching Transmitter, and Starting Your Session
PRECAUTION
Do: Select sensor insertion site with care.
Choose a site:
• At least 3 inches from insulin pump infusion set or injection site
• Away from waistband, scarring, tattoos, irritation
• Unlikely to be bumped or pushed
Why: Insertion in these areas might affect sensor performance.
Consequences: Inaccurate sensor glucose readings may result in you missing a severe
low or high event or making a treatment decision that results in injury.
PRECAUTION
Do: Check sensor package before opening.
Why: Make sure the sterile sensor pack has not been damaged or previously opened. If
opened or damaged, sensor may be unsterile.
Consequences: Using an unsterile sensor may cause an infection.
PRECAUTION
Don’t: Never get dirt or water in the receiver’s USB port or submerge in water.
Why: If dirt or water gets into the USB port, the receiver could become damaged and stop
displaying readings or providing Alerts.
Consequences: You might miss a severe low or high glucose event.
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 Mobile packages, others are not.
Included in Your Dexcom G5 Mobile Packages
For sensor insertion, you need the sensor and transmitter.