Pod Site Preparation And Placement Options - Insulet Omnipod 5 Resource Manual

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POD SITE PREPARATION AND PLACEMENT OPTIONS

Omnipod 5 Site Preparation and Placement
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Site Selection
• Because there is NO TUBING, you can wear the Pod comfortably most places you would give yourself a shot.
Please note the recommended Pod positioning for each body area.
• Be careful not to put it where it will be uncomfortable or dislodge when you sit or move around. For instance,
don't place it near folds of skin or directly under your waistband.
• Change the site location each time you apply a new Pod. Improper site rotation may reduce insulin absorption.
• The new Pod site should be at least: 1 inch away from the previous site; 2 inches away from the navel; and
3 inches away from a CGM site. Also, never insert Pod over a mole or a scar.
• Remember to place the Pod and CGM within direct line of sight, meaning the two devices can "see" one another,
for best communication.
CHILD
arm
abdomen
buttocks
thigh
leg
FRONT BACK
Pod Positioning
Arm & Leg:
Position the Pod vertically or at a slight angle.
Caution:
ALWAYS apply the Pod as directed. If you are applying a Pod in a place that does
not have a lot of fatty tissue, squeeze the skin around the Pod until after the cannula has
inserted. Blockages may result if you do not use this technique for lean areas.
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YOUTH/ADULT
abdomen
thigh
FRONT BACK
Back, Abdomen & Buttocks:
Position the Pod horizontally or at a slight angle.
Site Preparation
• Be cool and dry (not perspiring) for Pod change.
• Clean your skin well. Body oils, lotions and sunscreen can loosen the Pod's adhesive. To improve adhesion, use
an alcohol swab to clean the area around your site—about the size of a tennis ball. Then let it air dry completely
before applying the Pod. Do not blow dry the skin.
Trouble With...
Oily skin
Damp skin
Body hair
arm
back
buttocks
leg
Pod
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POD SITE PREPARATION AND PLACEMENT OPTIONS
Problem Solution
Residue from soap, lotion, shampoo or Clean your site thoroughly with alcohol
conditioner can prevent your Pod from before applying your Pod—and be sure to
sticking securely. let your skin air dry.
Dampness gets in the way of adhesion. Towel off and allow your site to air dry
thoroughly; do not blow on it.
Body hair gets in-between your skin and Clip/shave the site with a razor to create
your Pod—and if there is a lot of it, can a smooth surface for Pod adhesion. To
keep the Pod from sticking securely. prevent irritation, we recommend doing
this 24 hrs before putting on the Pod.
Best Placement for CGM and Pod
CHILD
Pod
Pod
CGM
CGM
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YOUTH/ADULT
CGM
CGM
Pod
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