User's Guide

Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)

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How do I detect and prevent Hyperglycemia?

1. Check blood glucose levels often

2. Notify your Healthcare Provider when your blood glucose is

above the targeted range for more than 2-3 readings in a

row

3. Drink ﬂuids without sugar and check blood glucose levels often

Signs and symptoms of Hyperglycemia:

• Increased thirst

• Weakness, stomach

pains, general aches

• Heavy, labored breathing

• Fatigue

• Loss of appetite, nausea,

and vomiting

• Large amounts of sugar

in the blood

• Frequent urination

• Ketones in the urine

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