To Next PageTo Next PageWhat to do if OmniPod Personal Care Products shows hypoglycaemia with blood glucose less than 2.8 mmol/L?
If you experience hypoglycaemia with blood glucose less than 2.8 mmol/L, treat it with 30 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate and wait 15–20 minutes. Recheck your blood glucose. If your glucose remains low after repeated treatments, notify your healthcare provider immediately and/or go to the nearest emergency department.
What to do if OmniPod Personal Care Products shows hypoglycaemia with blood glucose less than 3.9 mmol/L with symptoms?
If you experience hypoglycaemia with blood glucose less than 3.9 mmol/L with symptoms, treat with 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate and wait 15 minutes. If your glucose remains low after repeated treatments, notify your healthcare provider immediately and/or go to the nearest emergency department.
What to do if blood glucose is lower than 4.4 mmol/L after treatment with OmniPod Personal Care Products?
If your blood glucose is lower than 4.4 mmol/L after treatment, administer 30 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate. Wait 15–20 minutes, then recheck your blood glucose. If your glucose remains low after repeated treatments, notify your healthcare provider immediately and/or go to the nearest emergency department.
What to do if blood glucose is higher than 4.4 mmol/L after treatment with OmniPod Personal Care Products?
If your blood glucose is higher than 4.4 mmol/L after treatment, follow with your next scheduled meal or a snack. If your next meal/snack is 30 mins away, take an additional 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate. If your next meal/snack is 60 mins away, take an additional 30 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate.
Explains the scope and intended use of the user guide.
Details the intended use and situations where the system should not be used.
Provides important safety warnings and precautions for using the system.
Emphasizes collaboration with a healthcare provider for settings and management.
Highlights the system's automatic safety checks and alerts.
Explains the system's alarms and notifications for user attention.
Discusses the availability and process of PDM software updates.
Introduces the Omnipod DASH system and its benefits.
Lists key features like no tubing, bolus calculator, and record keeping.
Defines key terms and icons used throughout the manual.
Describes the two main components: the Pod and the PDM.
Details the physical characteristics and function of the Pod.
Explains the PDM as a handheld device for controlling the Pod.
Guides on using the touchscreen and entering data on the PDM.
Explains basic touchscreen interactions like tapping and swiping.
Details how the PDM screen times out and how to control brightness.
Explains how to enter data using keypads and text fields.
Details the different keypads available and their usage.
Describes how to use the number pad for data entry.
Explains how to use the scroll wheel for selecting values.
Details how to use sliders for value selection.
Explains how to use toggle switches for settings.
Explains how to interact with checkboxes, radio buttons, and drop-downs.
Describes PDM navigation icons and shorthand notation.
Explains the function of back arrows and navigation buttons.
Describes the purpose and use of the options icon.
Explains the notation used in the guide for screen navigation.
Details the information displayed in the PDM's status bar.
Explains the meaning of various icons in the status bar.
Shows battery level indicators for the PDM.
Explains the lock and PIN screens for PDM security.
Provides steps to unlock the PDM using the PIN.
Instructions on how to lock the PDM when not in use.
Offers an alternative method to access the PDM if PIN is forgotten.
Describes the main screen of the PDM and its elements.
Explains how to navigate between different tabs on the Home screen.
Details the content of the Dashboard tab when the Bolus Calculator is on or off.
Explains the Basal and Temp Basal tabs and their displayed information.
Describes how the Basal tab displays active or suspended Basal Programs.
Explains how the Basal tab displays active temp basal information.
Provides information on active Pod status, insulin remaining, and expiration.
Accesses detailed information about the active Pod.
Explains the visual cues for upcoming Pod expiration.
Shows the value and time of the most recent blood glucose reading.
Displays information about the last bolus delivered or IOB.
Provides access to the bolus screen.
Describes how to access and use the PDM's main menu.
Lists quick access options for common tasks in the menu.
Explains how to manage basal programs and bolus presets.
Allows lookup of carbohydrate content and creating food favorites.
Describes how to access history submenus like Notifications & Alarms and Insulin & BG History.
Outlines the various settings accessible through the menu.
Displays PDM device information and legal notices.
Explains the different types of messages the PDM can deliver.
Details hazard and advisory alarms requiring immediate attention or future action.
Describes reminders for actions like checking blood glucose.
Explains how the PDM confirms successful instructions.
Lists the contents of the PDM kit needed for setup.
Outlines preparation steps and training requirements for new users.
Critical warnings regarding training, setup, and emergency preparedness.
Instructions for charging the PDM battery before initial setup.
Lists essential items to bring for the training session.
Overview of PDM setup and adjustable settings.
Steps for powering on and customizing the PDM's basic settings.
Instructions for creating a 4-digit PIN for PDM security.
Guides on setting the PDM's time zone and current time.
Instructions for setting the current date and date format.
Introduction to setting up basal insulin parameters.
Defines the upper limit for basal insulin rates.
Steps for defining a new basal insulin delivery program.
How to name and optionally tag a basal program.
Setting the start time, end time, and basal rate for the first segment.
Adding subsequent segments to cover a full 24-hour basal program.
Checking and confirming the defined basal program segments.
Instructions for enabling and configuring temporary basal rates.
Settings related to blood glucose monitoring and targets.
Setting target blood glucose ranges for optimal management.
Steps to pair the PDM with a compatible BG meter.
Configuring the PDM's bolus calculator functionality.
Instructions for enabling or disabling the bolus calculator.
Setting target BG and correct above values for bolus calculations.
Defining time segments for target BG and correct above values.
Verifying the entered target BG and correct above values.
Setting the minimum BG for the bolus calculator to function.
Defining the ratio of insulin to carbohydrates for meal boluses.
Setting the factor that determines how much insulin lowers BG.
Configuring the bolus calculator to adjust for low blood glucose.
Setting how long insulin remains active in the body for IOB calculations.
Additional settings related to bolus delivery.
Setting the maximum allowable bolus amount.
Enabling or disabling the extended bolus feature.
Confirmation that the PDM setup is finished.
Overview of the process for changing the Pod.
Critical warnings regarding Pod usage, insulin, and small parts.
Steps for activating a Pod for the first time.
Instructions for properly deactivating and removing an active Pod.
Steps to take when there is no active Pod and a new one needs activation.
Essential preliminary steps and warnings before changing a Pod.
Detailed steps for filling the syringe with insulin.
Covers the process of filling the Pod, pairing it with the PDM, and applying it.
Specific instructions for filling the Pod with the prepared insulin.
Steps to establish wireless communication between the PDM and the new Pod.
General| Type | Insulin Pump |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Insulin Type | Rapid-acting U-100 insulin |
| Bolus Increment | 0.05 units |
| Model | OmniPod DASH |
| Pod Life | Up to 72 hours |
| Controller | Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) |
| Pod Size | Small |
| Pod Capacity | 200 units |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof up to 25 feet for 60 minutes |
| Battery | Rechargeable in PDM; Pod has internal non-rechargeable battery |
| Display | Color touchscreen |
| Basal Rate | 0.05 to 30 units per hour |
| Operating Temperature | 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C) |
| Pod Weight | Approximately 25 grams |
| Device Type | Tubeless insulin pump |
| Compatible Devices | iOS and Android |
