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CHAPTER 7 Important Self-Care
Having a Medtronic MiniMed 2007D Implantable Insulin Pump System is
only one aspect of an overall management program to treat your diabetes.
There are many other requirements for achieving near normal blood glucose
levels.
This manual presents general information regarding blood glucose monitor-
ing, meal planning, exercise and other issues concerning your implantable
Pump. You will be instructed more specifically on these self-care issues by
your doctor, nurse, and dietitian. Be sure to discuss all questions with them as
they are your best source of information.
A support person such as a family member or friend should also read this
manual and pay particular attention to the section entitled, “Emergency Plan”
in Chapter 6. Your support person should also be able to program the PPC to
stop insulin delivery as described in Chapter 6.
Blood glucose monitoring
NOTE: Remember much of the success of implantable pump
therapy depends on accurate and frequent blood
glucose monitoring.
Your Pump System does not monitor your blood glucose levels. You must
continue to self-monitor your blood glucose at least four times daily, and then
use this glucose information to program your Pump System. Blood glucose
monitoring is the only way to determine if you are receiving the correct
amount of insulin. You should test your blood glucose according to the
method recommended by your doctor.
If you begin to have a problem with glycemic control, it is very important to
record your blood glucose measurements. A careful record may help deter-
mine if the problem is related to your Pump or another cause.