User's Manual

Using the OmniPod
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Select the infusion site
Before applying a new Pod, you must first select an appropriate
infusion site. Due to ease of access and viewing, the abdomen is
often used. Your healthcare provider may suggest other poten-
tial sites that, like the abdomen, typically have a layer of fatty
tissue, such as the hip, back of upper arm, upper thigh, or lower
back (Figure 5-13, and Figure 5-14 on the following page).
Avoid sites where belts, waistbands, or tight clothing
may rub against, disturb, or dislodge the Pod. Also
avoid sites where the Pod will be affected by folds of
skin.
Change the site each time you apply a new Pod. A
new infusion site should be at least 1" away from the
last site. (Using the same location repeatedly may
reduce insulin absorption.)
Do NOT apply the Pod within 2" of your navel or over
a mole or scar, where insulin absorption may be
reduced.
To help avoid condensation from occurring in the
viewing window, make sure both your Pod and your
insulin are at room temperature.
Figure 5-13
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