Insulin

1. Some people are sensitive to the tape or adhesive and may experience itchiness or get a rash.

True

False

2. There are various products to avoid skin sensitivity problems.

True

False

3. It takes some time to learn how to operate the insulin pump and get the settings adjusted to your unique needs.

True

False

Some pump users tell me their cell phones were more complicated to learn to use than their insulin pumps.

Explanation

Some pump users tell me their cell phones were more complicated to learn to use than their insulin pumps.

4. Sometimes the insulin pump may clog or malfunction.

True

False

Note: This is why it is a good idea to carry a spare pen or syringe filled with R insulin in case you can't get home right away to correct the problem.

Explanation

Note: This is why it is a good idea to carry a spare pen or syringe filled with R insulin in case you can't get home right away to correct the problem.

5. All insulin pump systems need to fit tight against the skin in order to deliver the insulin. Thus, some tape or other type of adhesive is required.

True

Falso

6. Some insulin pumps (including the two models covered by Manatee YourChoice Health Plan) come with a database of foods to help you determine the proper amount of bolus insulin dose to deliver.

True

False