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Insulet Omnipod Dash - User Manual

Insulet Omnipod Dash
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USER
GUIDE
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Insulet Corporation | 100 Nagog Park | Acton, MA 01720 USA
© 2019 Insulet Corporation. Omnipod, the Omnipod logo, DASH, the DASH logo and Podder are trade-
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Reference number: PDM-INT2-D001-MM
PT-000002-GBR-ENG-MM-AW Rev. 001 09/19
OMNIPOD DASH
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USER GUIDE
Podder's handbook
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Insulet International Ltd. | 1 King Street, 5th Floor | Hammersmith
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Effective Date: 27SEP2019, ECO-000240

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction to Omnipod DASH Insulin Management System

About This User Guide

Details the intended use, scope, and disclaimers of the user guide for the Omnipod DASH™ System.

General Warnings

Lists critical safety warnings regarding insulin compatibility, monitoring, and hearing loss.

Safety Features

Highlights the system's safety features like automatic priming, checks, and alarms.

Chapter 2: Initial PDM Setup

Preparing for Your Training

Outlines necessary preparations and requirements before the initial PDM setup with a nurse/educator.

Turning on and personalising the PDM

Step-by-step instructions for powering on, personalizing the PDM, and selecting language/country.

Enter a PIN

Guide on creating and confirming a 4-digit personal identification number (PIN) for PDM security.

Insulin to Carb Ratio (IC Ratio)

Instructions for setting up segments for the insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio for meal boluses.

PDM Setup Complete

Confirms the completion of the PDM setup process and readiness for Pod activation.

Chapter 3: Changing Your Pod

Deactivate an Active Pod

Detailed steps for deactivating and removing an currently active Pod from the body.

Preliminary Pod Change Steps

Essential preliminary steps and warnings before starting the Pod change process.

Fill the Syringe with Insulin

Instructions on how to properly fill the syringe with insulin for the Pod.

Prepare the Pod site

Guidelines for selecting and preparing the infusion site for Pod application.

Chapter 4: Entering Blood Glucose Readings

Entering Your Blood Glucose Reading

Step-by-step instructions for manually entering blood glucose readings into the PDM.

How Blood Glucose Readings are Displayed

Explanation of how blood glucose readings are displayed, including color-coding and warning messages.

Chapter 5: Delivering a Bolus of Insulin

Bolusing with the Bolus Calculator

Guide on using the Bolus Calculator to determine and deliver meal and correction boluses.

Enter your meal information

Instructions for entering carbohydrate and meal details for bolus calculation.

Delivering an immediate or extended bolus

Steps for delivering immediate or extended boluses, including reviewing and confirming amounts.

Alteringa Bolus in Progress

Procedures for cancelling or modifying a bolus that is currently being delivered.

Chapter 6: Modifying Basal Insulin Delivery

Using Temporary Basal Rates

Explanation of how to use temporary basal rates to adjust insulin delivery for specific situations.

Activate a temp basal

Steps for defining and activating a temporary basal rate on the PDM.

Suspending and Resuming Insulin Delivery

Instructions for temporarily stopping and restarting all insulin delivery via the PDM.

Chapter 7: Managing Programs and Presets

Basal Programs

Overview of creating, editing, and deleting Basal Programs for different routines.

Temp basal presets

Guide on creating and managing presets for frequently used temporary basal rates.

Bolus Presets

Instructions for creating and managing presets for common bolus doses.

Chapter 8: Browsing Your PDM Records

Notifications & Alarms Screens

How to access and review past alarms and notifications displayed on the PDM.

Overview of the Insulin and BG History Screens

Navigating and understanding the insulin and blood glucose history records.

Summary Section

Explanation of the summary items presented in the history screens for daily and multi-day views.

Chapter 9: Adjusting Settings

PDM Device Settings

Covers settings for network connectivity, personal identification, date, and time.

Screen display

Adjusting screen time-out intervals and brightness levels for optimal battery and visibility.

PIN

Procedure for changing the personal identification number (PIN) for PDM security.

Maximum Basal Rate

Setting the upper limit for basal rates used in Basal Programs and temp basals.

Chapter 10: Alarms, Notifications and Communication Errors

Responding to Alarms

Instructions on how to respond to hazard and advisory alarms from the system.

Hazard Alarm List

Details on hazard alarms, their messages, and the required actions to resolve them.

Advisory Alarm List

Details on advisory alarms, their messages, and the recommended actions to take.

Error when sending insulin instructions to the Pod

Troubleshooting communication errors when sending insulin instructions to the Pod.

Chapter 11: Taking Care of Your PDM and Pod

Pod and insulin storage

Guidelines for proper storage of Pods and insulin to prevent damage and ensure effectiveness.

Safe use of the PDM battery

Important safety warnings and precautions for handling and using the PDM's rechargeable battery.

Charging the PDM battery

Instructions on how to charge the PDM battery and information on battery life.

Chapter 12: Understanding PDM and Pod Function

Basal Insulin Delivery

Explanation of basal insulin delivery through Basal Programs and temporary basal rates.

Temporary Basal Rates

Details on using temporary basal rates to override the current Basal Program.

Insulin on board (IOB) calculations

Explanation of how IOB is calculated and its impact on bolus suggestions.

Bolus Calculator rules

Key rules and logic applied by the Bolus Calculator for suggested bolus doses.

Chapter 13: Living with Diabetes

Infusion site checks

Daily inspection of the infusion site for signs of leakage or infection.

Check your blood glucose frequently

Guidance on when and how often to check blood glucose levels for effective management.

Hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose)

Understanding, symptoms, causes, and treatment of low blood glucose levels.

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

Information on DKA, its symptoms, causes, avoidance, and treatment.

Appendix

Troubleshooting PDM Start-up

Resolving issues like Boot Mode or Safe Mode during PDM startup.

Pod Specifications

Technical specifications for the Omnipod DASH™ System Pod.

Protection from Over-infusion or Under-infusion

Information on how the system protects against errors in insulin delivery.

Glossary

Activation

Definition of the process to wake up and pair a Pod with a PDM.

Bolus Calculator

Definition of the feature that suggests bolus doses based on user settings.

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

Definition of DKA as a serious condition resulting from high blood glucose and low insulin.

Insulet Omnipod Dash Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelOmnipod Dash
ManufacturerInsulet Corporation
ConnectivityBluetooth
Pod Duration72 hours
Insulin DeliveryContinuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII)
Insulin Reservoir Capacity200 units
PDM ScreenColor touchscreen
Compatible Insulin TypesRapid-acting insulin
Water ResistanceIP28 rated (water resistant)
Pod Weight25 g (empty)
Bolus Increment0.05 units