Lifescan Blood Glucose Monitoring System Blood Glucose Meter User Manual
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1. a round shiny Step 3 one ToucH Profile oe ad Accurate Results 5 Thom one spo in 45 Seconds s completely and stays wet during the entire test The meter then BOM 6 01 95 counts down from 45 to 0 seconds beeps and dis plays your result Do not smear blood on the test spot or apply a second drop after the test begins Do not move the test strip as you are applying blood If the test Example 37 m 2 zZ Q TESTING Blood glucose test results are automati cally stored in your meter s memory with the time and date they were per formed In addition you may wish to enter an event label and insulin infor mation For information on event labeling and insulin programming features see Event Labeling Insulin Programming pages 42 47 Special Messages The meter displays results between 0 and 33 3 mmol L If your blood glucose test result is 3 3 mmol L or below your meter will beep in a low tone and display a special message 31 eee Jg YOU BOIAM 6 01 95 NEED A SNACK Example The message is warning you of poten tial low blood sugar hypoglycemia and reminding you that a meal or snack may be necessary If your blood glucose test result is 13 3 mmol L or greater but less than 33 3 mmol L your meter will beep in a high tone and display a special message be BOIRN 6 01 99 CHECK KETONES Example 382. appears on the display your drop of blood was too small or smeared or the test strip was not pushed all the way into the test strip holder Repeat the test with a new test strip and enough blood to cover the entire test spot The meter cannot always tell if a sam ple is too small so it is important that you also look at the test strip to make sure that you applied enough blood Note If you are using event labeling remove and check the test strip after you have linked the event label to your test result See Event Labeling Insulin Programming pages 42 47 Front Side Back Remove the test strip from the If there are any white patches or meter and look at the test spot streaks you may have smeared the It should still have a wet shiny blood or the drop was too small In drop that completely covers the either case you may have a false test spot If the blood sample has low result Repeat the test with a a dull dry appearance you may new test strip not have applied enough blood or you may have smeared it Look at the back of the test strip You should see a full dark circle Example Not enough blood applied 41 lt p Lu as mm LL lt IMMEDIATELY AFTER TESTING The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter allows you to enter and store informa tion linked to each test result You can save information on diet exer cise and insulin dos
3. AVG BEDTIME AVG JURI R i pag LL NG NIGHT AVG PRE EXERCISE AVG AFTER EXERCISE AVG ILLNESS AVG HYPOGLYCEMIA AVG OTHER m e a lt The average for each event label will appear as follows 9 Gi f mmout bite Arb FASTING Example To see how many tests are included in the average for each event label press and hold the C button The number of tests will be displayed as long as the C button is depressed 9 op TESIS FASTING Example MEMORY 60 Press the M button to continue reviewing test averages for each event label Recalling Test Results After reviewing the averages you can move on to review the individual records Pressing the M button allows you to see each blood glucose check strip control solution and insulin record The records will appear in order from the most recent to the old est up to the full 250 record capacity of the memory Test results will appear on the meter display as follows r Q DB na aTa M be ma cer MTP 1 FL LUI PA W wr BO IAM 6 01 95 WSeRM 6 01 95 40AM 6 0 1 95 Example Event Labels If you added an event label to a blood glucose test after it was performed it will alternate with the time and date when you recall the test 9 Pro 9 Du HORM 6 0 1 96 PRE NOON MEAL Example An event label may also be changed or added to a blood glucose result in memory w
4. under the test strip holder There is a clear protective coating over the test area that must be kept clean and undamaged for accurate test results Battery Compartment Holds two AAA batteries The batteries are already installed in your meter Data Port Allows you to transfer the information stored in the meter s memory to a computer to view analyze and print Please contact the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 for more information ONE TOUCH Test Strips The ONE TOUCH Profile System measures the amount of sugar glu cose in whole blood When blood is applied to a ONE TOUCH Test Strip compounds on the test strip react with the blood to form a blue color The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter reads the color to determine the blood glucose level e m 9 a gt a m i Lu lt E de E W 0 IMPORTANT TEST STRIP INFORMATION a ONE TOUCH Test Strips can be damaged by heat and light Keep them sealed in the original vial and store in a cool dry place below 30 C 86 F Do not refriger ate Do not place in direct heat or sunlight ONE TOUCH Test Strips are intended for use with fresh whole blood or ONE TOUCH Control Solution Do not use them with plasma or serum samples Results will not be accurate a Do not use test strips beyond the expiration date on the vial m When you open a new vial of test strips record the discard dat
5. 14 days This average will appear as the first item in the memory whether or not the event averaging feature is on Insulin Programming We recommend that you use the Insulin Prompt option and enter your insulin dosage information after com pleting a test see Insulin Prompt page 67 and pages 44 46 You may want to use this insulin programming option if You want to enter several insulin records You forgot to enter your insulin information after a test When this option is used you must also enter the hour minute day month and year in addition to the e v O zZ o o Z ed insulin type and units The records entered in this option may appear out of order in the meter memory This feature allows you to enter several insulin records one after another For example you could enter all your insulin doses for the day To begin entering insulin information enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Insulin Programming option Press the C button the insulin type will flash Continue pressing the C button until your insulin type is displayed Press the M button to move to the units area Use the C button to enter your insulin units In the same way press 70 ing the M button will allow you to move to the hour minutes year month and day to complete your insulin record Use the C button to change the information in each area After you have moved through e
6. 60 40 In addition to insulin you may record carbohy drate intake as well Mixture 50 NPH and 50 Regular Mixture other than mixtures identified Other insulin types not specified Insulin pump setting insulin taken over baseline amount Carbohydrate intake Mixture 80 NPH and 20 Regular Mixture 60 NPH and 40 Regular 45 After you have selected the insulin type press the M button to move on and set the units Step 2 Changing the Insulin Units When the units area is flashing UE press the C button until your insulin dose appears on the display arras ic LINE NPH NPH M MOVE C CHANGE M MOWE C CHANGE Example gt Tl a m pu m 7 a 9 lt 0p L am m LL lt The units selection will advance on the display as follows BOLUS 0 0 20 in steps of 0 1 CARB 0 150 in steps of 1 All others 0 99 in steps of 1 Note Holding down the C button will allow the units to advance more quickly res LIL INGULN REGS SECOND TYPE M fE E CHANGE Example Press the M button and enter your second type of insulin following the same steps to enter insulin type and units Carbohydrate Counting Your healthcare professional may recommend that you count the grams of carbohydrate in your diet This information may be used to help adjust Regular insulin requirements If you count grams of carbohyd
7. 663 5521 28 Step 1 Insert a Lancet in the PENLET II Automatic Blood Sampler Remove the PENLET II Cap by pulling it straight off Insert a new sterile lancet into the Hold the lancet firmly and gently lancet holder twist and pull off the protective disk m 7 4 O Note Save the protective disk for safe removal of the lancet after testing 29 Choose either the regular or deep Step 2 Cock the PENLET II penetration PENLET II Cap and slide Sampler it back onto the PENLET II Sampler Holding the lower portion of the PENLET II Sampler pull out the dark gray sliding barrel until it clicks If it does not click the PENLET II Regular Sampler may have been cocked when the lancet was inserted Deep Penetration TESTING 30 Step 3 Get a Drop of Blood Wash your hands with soap and warm water and dry them thorough ly Warm water stimulates blood flow to the fingers Hang your arm down for 10 15 seconds before you stick your finger If you use alcohol to clean your finger make sure you let it dry 31 To avoid soreness choose a site on the side of your fingertips To avoid calluses choose a different spot each time you test EN 4 m 7 4 O ip Tr Hold the PENLET II Sampler firmly against the side of the finger with the
8. If you take insulin you may be producing ketones Testing your urine with a ketone test strip may be necessary Blood glucose results greater than 33 3 mmol L are displayed as HI and your meter will beep in a high tone H au E H lan JANGER CALLIR BOIAM 6 01 99 CHECK KETONES Example These messages indicate very high blood sugar severe hyperglycemia You should call your doctor immedi ately 39 Test results below 3 3 mmol L 60 mg dL mean low blood glucose hypoglycemia Test results greater than 13 3 mmol L 240 mg dL mean high blood glucose hyperglycemia If you get results below 3 3 mmol L or above 13 3 mmol L and do not have symptoms first repeat the test If you have symptoms and continue to get results that fall below 3 3 mmol L or above 13 3 mmol L follow the treatment advice of your healthcare professional IMPORTANT If you get a HI DANGER test result or a result below 3 3 mmol L and your test result does not reflect how you feel follow the guidelines on pages 52 53 to ensure testing accuracy m ao a zZ e TESTING Checking the Amount of Blood on the Test Strip Although the ONE TOUCH Profile System requires only a small drop of blood it is very important that the drop be large enough to cover the test spot completely In many cases the meter can detect if the drop of blood was too small to give an accurate reading If
9. Profile Meter is not intended for monitoring blood from newborn infants 0 4 weeks old neonatal blood samples Hematocrit Extremes in whole blood hematocrits very high above 60 or very low hematocrits below 25 can cause false low results Reducing substances such as Vitamin C ascorbic acid have little effect on blood glucose results when occurring v D m O gt ie Z 9 in normal blood concentrations However abnormally high concen trations of reducing substances in blood will cause false low blood glucose results Do not use blood samples with preser vatives that contain fluoride gray top test tubes You will get false low results PRECAUTIONS GETTING STARTED The ONE TOUCH Profile System consists of three main products the ONE TOUCH Profile Blood Glucose Meter ONE TOUCH Test Strips and ONE TOUCH Control Solution These products have been designed tested and proven to work together as a sys tem to produce accurate blood glucose test results Only LifeScan manufac tures ONE TOUCH Profile System products Attempting to substitute other products may affect the accura cy of your test results and limit LifeScan s ability to help you solve problems that may arise The Complete ONE TOUCH Profile System Your ONE TOUCH Profile System includes a ONE TOUCH Profile Meter a ONE TOUCH Test Strips a ONE TOUCH Control Solution Owner s Booklet and Reference Gu
10. T DEC PT COMM M MOVE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE 73 To change the decimal separator enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Decimal Separator option Make your selection using the C button You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to move back to the Beep Prompts option Exiting the Options Mode All options are automatically saved as they are made After you have com pleted viewing or changing your option settings simply turn the meter off The meter will automatically exit the options mode and turn itself off after two minutes of no activity e v O zZ o SOLVING PROBLEMS The display messages that appear on messages what they mean and what to your ONE TOUCH Profile Meter do if there is a problem will guide you through testing proce dures alert you to any problems as Test Procedure Messages they occur and give you information about test results stored in the meter s memory This section provides you with a complete listing of the display These messages appear during routine testing Follow them carefully and they will guide you through the test MESSAGE APPEARS WHEN COIE 10 The meter is first turned on The code number 1 16 must match the code number on the test strip vial or be reset TeGAM 6 01 95 INSERT The meter is ready to perform a blood check strip or control solution test CODE iL STRIP WAIT The meter is performing internal
11. Time Format 63 Date Format Unit of Measure Decimal Separator Entering and Using the Options Mode To enter the options mode start with your meter turned off Press and hold the on off button for about three sec onds until all segments of the display appear and begin to flash Release the on off button The following screens will appear DOGE BER BR 5ET U LALCEE LEE OPTIONS MODE e v ie zZ o a Z Q a e The meter will then automatically present the first option screen The options map to the right will help guide you through the option screens Use the M button to scroll through the options or move within an option If you want to change an option setting use the C button Note You can exit the options mode at any time by turning off the meter If after two minutes you have not made a selection the meter will turn itself off automatically All option settings are saved as they are made 64 Beep Prompts Time Date mn un IMAMA M nan JEEP m iGOCAM gt 0235894 M MOWE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE M MOWE C CHANGE Insulin Prompt Event Averaging Insulin Programming x rn ans OFF OFF 00 TMCVU Al 14 im INSULIN vG REG M MOWE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE Display Language Time Format Date Format gt ENGL AMPM MIY M MOVE C CHANGE M MOWE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE Unit of Measure Decimal Separator
12. and get a reading that falls within the correct check strip range 18 CAUTION If your check strip test result is out of range your meter may not be working properly Do not use the meter to test your blood until you get a check strip reading that is with in the correct range For assistance call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 To clean and maintain the check strip m Make sure both sides of the check strip are clean If necessary wipe the check strip with a soft cloth or tissue dampened with water Dry it completely Do not get blood alcohol control solution or any other fluid except water on the check strip Do not scratch the check strip Do not leave the check strip in sun light If you lose or damage the check strip call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 for a free replacement Checking with Control Solution ONE TOUCH Control Solution con tains a known amount of glucose that reacts with ONE TOUCH Test Strips Control solution should be used to practice the test procedure and to make sure your meter and test strips are working properly Before you use the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter to test your blood glucose for the first time practice the procedure using control solution When you can do three tests in a row that are within the expected range you are ready to test your blood ONE TOUCH 7 lee
13. cap resting on the finger The harder you press the deeper the puncture Press the dark gray release button By holding your hand down and kneading your palm blood will flow more quickly and easily to your fin ger If necessary squeeze the finger gently Proceed with your blood glucose test For instructions see How to Test Your Blood pages 34 38 Step 4 Remove the Lancet Always be careful when removing the lancet and PENLET II Cap First remove the PENLET II Cap Then grasp the two gray prongs located near the release button pointing the lancet down and away from you Pull back on the dark gray sliding barrel until the lancet drops out Another way to remove the lancet is to put the pro tective disk back on the lancet by placing the disk wW 33 on a hard surface Take the PENLET II Sampler and stick the lancet into the protective disk Now carefully pull the lancet out Discard the used lancet in a container for sharp objects How to Test Your Blood Step 1 Press On Off Button THCCOT ICONE INMICTAOT Insert Test Strip INSER COIE 10 STRIP Turn your meter on Example Make sure the code number on the meter display matches the code o AEN number on the vial of ONE TOUCH Test Strips you are using If the code i numbers do not match code the i ne meter See Cod
14. checks EASE 74 MESSAGE APPEARS WHEN APPLY The meter is ready to receive a blood or control solution sample If SAMPLE performing a check strip test this is your signal to remove the check strip from the meter 45 0 The meter is counting down from 45 seconds to 0 6 MGs aL Example BOLAM 6 01 95 A blood test has been completed This indicates a blood glucose result when the meter is set for mg dL the unit of measure used in the United States 59 MMOL L Example BOLAM b 01 95 A blood test has been completed This indicates a blood glucose result when the meter is set for mmol L the unit of measure used in Canada and parts of Europe SE MMOL L Example CONTRL TSCAM 6 01 95 A control solution test has been completed If you have just performed a blood glucose test this means that the blood sample was too small and the meter read it as control solution Repeat the test with a new test strip and larger drop of blood N T J i f ja SE TIE Un hH p You are performing a check strip test Turn the check strip over and insert Side 2 75 MESSAGE APPEARS WHEN HH The check strip test result falls into the acceptable range ma The check strip range is printed on the back of your meter UK THOAM 6 01 95 33 MMOL L Example BOLAM b 0i 95 alternating with 33 MMOL L Example YOU NEED A SNACK pigi i Y
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16. m re 7 RESULTS Health Conditions Causing Out of Range Results If you are getting results outside your range of expected blood glucose levels and you are certain that the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter and ONE TOUCH Test Strips are working together properly ask yourself the following questions a How do I feel Do I have symptoms of low blood glucose hypoglycemia slurred speech headache tingling of lips cool sweating rapid heartbeat disorientation weakness fainting dizziness hunger nervousness irritability or tremors Do I have symptoms of high blood glucose hyperglycemia fatigue dry mouth and skin increased thirst or hunger blurry vision increased urination rapid deep breathing or a fruity smell to the breath What have I eaten How much have I exercised Am 1 ill common cold flu etc a Have I been under stress lately In addition to these factors there are other abnormal conditions that can affect your results 1 Extremes in hematocrit the amount of red blood cells in the blood can affect test results High 54 hematocrits above 60 and very low hematocrits below 25 can cause false low results 2 Excessive water loss severe dehydration may cause false low results Severe dehydration which may lead to many serious medical complications can be caused by Vomiting and diarrhea Prescription drugs such a
17. small sample of blood is applied to the test strip The meter measures the blood glucose level and displays the result in just 45 seconds Please read this owner s booklet care fully It is your guide to receiving all of the benefits that this advanced system has to offer If you have any questions please call LifeScan s Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 9 AM 8 PM Eastern Time Monday to Friday Thank you for choosing the ONE TOUCH Profile System from LifeScan a Johnson amp Johnson company In addition to this owner s booklet complete instructions for use are included in the ONE TOUCH Profile Video Procedure Guide For a free copy call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 PRECAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS The following information may be use ful to you and your healthcare profes sional when using the ONE TOUCH Profile System to monitor your blood glucose level If you experience symptoms that are not consistent with your blood glu cose results and you have carefully followed the procedure described in the owner s booklet contact your healthcare professional immediately Never make significant changes to your medication program or ignore physical symptoms without consulting your healthcare professional If the message HI JANGER appears on the meter display this indicates severe high blood sugar hyperglycemia contact your doctor immediately IMPORTANT The ONE TOUCH
18. 5 erral Normal Control Solution Ow m T e po m m n z a BEFORE TESTING Do a control solution test a For practice before testing your blood with the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter for the first time When you begin using a new vial of test strips At least once a week Whenever you suspect that the meter or test strips are not working properly When your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you feel or when you think your results are not accurate or If you drop the meter The control solution test procedure is just like blood glucose testing except that you use ONE TOUCH Control Solution instead of blood Control solution test tips Shake the control solution vial thoroughly before using If there are any bubbles on the top of the vial wipe them off with a clean tissue Apply a full drop of control solu tion to the center of the test spot and cover it completely Do not dab wipe or smear control solu tion on the test spot Avoid contaminating the control solution Do not touch the test spot with the tip of the vial IMPORTANT CONTROL SOLUTION TEST INFORMATION Use only ONE TOUCH Control Solution m Check the expiration date of the control solution Do not use if expired Record the discard date on the control solution vial Discard the vial three months after first opening The control solution range printed on the
19. 93 7 ae m Q m S a ie zZ 7 Guarantee and Warranty 30 Day Money Back Guarantee If you are not fully satisfied with the ONE TOUCH Profile System a full refund may be obtained by calling a LifeScan Customer Service Repre sentative at our toll free number 1 800 663 5521 within 30 days of purchase You must return the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter and a copy of your receipt to receive a refund WARRANTY Five Year Warranty If at any time during the first five years after purchase the meter does not work for any reason except for obvious abuse LifeScan will replace it with a new meter or equivalent product free of charge The warranty policy applies only to the original purchaser of this meter and does not include the batteries supplied with the meter Before you return your meter or any product call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 Please complete the warranty service card and mail it to LifeScan The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter has a full five year warranty from the original date of purchase Write your date of purchase here The warranty policy does not apply to the performance of the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter when used with any test strip other than genuine ONE TOUCH Test Strips made by LifeScan or when the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter or ONE TOUCH Test Strips are changed or modified in any way gt a gt lt This warranty is in
20. NTRODUCTION The ONE TOUCH Profile System takes ONE TOUCH technology a step further with a simple testing procedure and easy record keeping features The ONE TOUCH Profile System is for people with diabetes who need to check monitor the level of sugar glu cose in their blood This system is widely available and can be purchased without a prescription Why Blood Glucose Testing Is Important The Diabetes Control and Complications Trial DCCT a 10 year study of people with Type I diabetes found that by keeping your blood glucose close to the 1 levels of people without diabetes you can reduce the risk of complications involving the eyes kidneys and ner vous system by up to 60 Keeping tight control of your blood glucose requires frequent testing to know how well you are doing with the factors that affect your diabetes medication diet exercise and stress management LifeScan developed the ONE TOUCH Profile System to help you maintain good control In addition to providing you with a simple fast and accurate means of blood glucose testing the system includes features that allow you to record and review important information regarding your test results Z D e Cc el O zZ z O O gt a e H zZ insulin dosages meals and other sig nificant events in your treatment plan To perform a blood glucose test a ONE TOUCH Test Strip is inserted into the meter and a
21. O08 r eturn to gt TEL PT gt Beep Prompt M MOVE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE We do not recommend entering insulin records in the options mode Beep Prompts The meter is set to provide you with audio prompts or beep during the test procedure to tell you that the meter has performed some function or to alert you to a special message The Beep option is seen immediately after entering the options mode The current setting will automatically appear on the display Gin BEEP M MOWE C CHANGE With the UN setting the meter will continue to provide beep prompts during the test procedure 65 To change the beep prompts so that the meter operates silently press the C button OFF BEEP M MOVE C CHANGE cf UFF will appear on the display You may now turn off the meter or press the M button to move to the next option Time and Date The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter has an internal clock that will record the ie E O zZ o o Z e a a time and date of each test you per form You may need to change the time setting in your meter in order to have the correct time and date appear with your test result You will also need to reset the time whenever there is a change to or from Daylight Savings Time The accuracy of your test results will not be affected if you do not set the clock to the correct time Setting the Time Enter the
22. This event label will be stored in memory with your test result 43 It will appear on the meter display with your test result alternating with the time and date 7 OL mot LL mon ODAM 6 0 1 96 PRE NOON MEAL Example gt Tl m ps m a Z 9 lt p m co uu LL lt Insulin Programming The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter also allows you to link insulin type and dosage information to each blood glu cose test result Set the Insulin Prompt option to ON and you will be prompt ed to enter insulin information after each blood glucose control solution or check strip test see page 67 Simply leave the meter on after completing the test When you remove the test strip or check strip the following messages will appear on the display prompting you to enter insulin information pgo TICON NI INDULN PED FIRST TYPE MOVE C CHANGE Example Step 1 Changing the Insulin Type When insulin type FEB Example is flashing press the C button until your first type of insulin appears on the display UNITS UNITS 297 op PEG NPH M MOVE C CHANGE M MOVE C GE Example The list includes INSULIN TYPE DESCRIPTION REG Regular insulin NPH NPH insulin LENTE Lente insulin ULENTE Ultralente insulin 10 30 Mixture 70 NPH and 30 Regular INSULIN TYPE DESCRIPTION CHR J goreg
23. a new test strip 6 The check strip proce 6 Repeat the check strip test dure was incorrect 7 The meter may not be 7 Call the LifeScan operating correctly Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 80 MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO NOT 1 The blood or control 1 Repeat the test with a ENOUGH solution sample was too new test strip and a large WOOD small or smeared shiny drop of blood or RETEST The test strip was not inserted far enough into the test strip holder control solution Repeat the test pushing the test strip all the way into the test strip holder NOT OK If appearing when you turn your meter on your meter may have an elec tronic problem If appearing at the end of a test your strip may have been moved while applying blood or during the test process Call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 Repeat the test try not to move the strip 81 MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO NOT OK 3 If appearing during the 3 Repeat the test with a test the strip has been new test strip removed during the WALT PLEASE screen de MMOL L The check strip test result Clean the meter and check ane is outside the acceptable strip if necessary Repeat the VNOT OK range check strip test HORM 6 01 95 REDO The last check strip test Repeat the check strip test was outside the acceptable range and an acceptable repeat test was not perf
24. ach area the complete record will be displayed for two seconds followed by another insulin programming screen At this time you may press the C button to enter another insulin record turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Display Language The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter can display messages in 18 languages English ENGL Spanish ESPAN French FRANC Italian ITALIA Hungarian MAG ae Dutch NEJER Norwegian NORSK Polish POLSKI Portuguese f Russian PYE EK np UR SK NAT ORT FMT UML ir IRE N p M i Finnish SUUMI Swedish 5 te Turkish TURKCE Symbolic Odo Czech CESK Danish J NSH German JEUTS and Greek EAA KA There is also a British IIT setting to address insulin differences in the U K The meter is set to give prompts in English To change the display language enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the 71 Display Language option Press the C button until the language you want appears on the display You may now turn the meter off or press the M but ton to move to the next option Once a language is selected all messages will be displayed in that language Time Format The meter is set to display the time in the 12 hour AM PM format An alter native 24 hour time format is avail able c00 MOVE C CHANGE e v O zZ o o Z e oe a To change the time forma
25. ages in memory and link this information with each blood glucose test you perform These features are called event labeling and insulin programming and they give you a more complete picture of your diabetes treatment plan Using these features routinely will aid you and your healthcare professional in mak ing important treatment decisions based on how you are responding to your medications diet and exercise 42 Event Labeling You may want to mark your glucose readings with event labels to help you and your healthcare professional ana lyze the trends in your blood glucose levels more easily Your meter has 15 event labels FASTING PRE BREAKFAST AFTER BRERKFAGT PRE NOON MEAL AFTER NOON MERLI PRE DINNER AFTER DINNER DIFFERENT FOUT J f I BEDTIME TURING NIGHT PRE EXERCISE _ EXERCISE LNES NPO YCEMIA OTHER You can link an event label to your blood glucose result immediately after testing before you remove and inspect the test strip or later when you are reviewing the tests stored in your meter s memory To select an event label press the C button while the blood glucose test result is still showing on the meter dis play Each time you press the C button an event label from the list will appear on the display Holding the C button down will allow you to move more rapidly through the list until the event label you wish to se lect appears When you stop the event label is set
26. e on the vial Discard unused test strips four months after first opening the vial Do not use test strips that are bent torn cut or changed in any way m Use each test strip immediately after removing it from the vial replace the vial cap and close it tightly Never transfer test strips to a new vial or any other container Do not carry unwrapped test strips in your meter case Do not use bleach or products containing bleach near the test strips For reliable results use only test strips made by LifeScan 10 ONE TOUCH Control Solution ONE TOUCH Control Solution is an important part of the ONE TOUCH Profile System Use it in two ways 1 to practice the test procedure and 2 to make sure that the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter and ONE TOUCH Test Strips are working together properly For in vitro diagnostic use only Not intended for human consumption Discard 90 days after opening H Expiration Date rn Discard Date Unopened exp date 07 96 Lot No VE234 u 3 O es we 5 Example 11 Q m 9 g gt a m i BEFORE TESTING BEFORE TESTING Note The ONE TOUCH Profile you change to another vial of Meter has a number of settings you ONE TOUCH Test Strips can change including the language time and date display formats and the CAUTION If the code number unit of measure A description of all on t
27. ect the meter will auto matically remind you to enter insulin information every time you complete a test and remove the test strip First enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Insulin Prompt option e v O zZ o o Z e He a OFF INSUL M MOVE C CHANGEI The above example will appear on the display To turn on the insulin prompt press the C button You may now turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option For information on how to perform insulin programming see Insulin Programming pages 44 46 68 Event Averaging If you select the event averaging fea ture you will see an average for all the blood glucose tests taken in the last 30 days In addition you can get an average of all the blood glucose tests linked to a specific event in the last 14 days An event label must have been used at least once in the last 14 days for an event average to be displayed in memory mode Enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Event Averaging option OFF WD M MOVE C CHANGE The previous example will appear on the display Press the C button to turn on the Event Averaging option F1 un AWG M NOVE C CHANGE You may now turn off the meter or press the M button to move to the next option Note Your meter automatically gives you an average of all the blood glucose tests taken in the last
28. eter will remember this code number until you change it You are now ready to do a test Checking the System There are two ways to make sure your ONE TOUCH Profile System is working properly The check strip is used to check that the meter is operating properly ONE TOUCH Control Solution is used to check that the meter and the test strips are work ing together as a system and that you are performing the test procedure cor rectly It is very important that you do these simple checks routinely to make sure you get accurate results Checking with the Check Strip A purple and white check strip is included in your meter case for your ONE TOUCH Profile System Before doing a check strip test make sure the test strip holder test area and check strip are clean dry and lint free Do the check strip test at room temperature between 18 and 26 C 64 79 F Front Back Vv Do a check strip test a At least once a day After cleaning the meter Whenever your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you feel or when you think your results are not accurate Whenever the following message appears before the INSERT COIE i0 Example S F IP prompt Ww m I e J m m do 4 e BEFORE TESTING How to do a Check Strip Test Step 1 Press the On Off Button Step 2 When APPLY SAMPLE Insert Side 1 of the Check Str
29. he meter display does not these options and how to set them is match the code number on the found in SETTING METER OPTIONS vial of ONE TOUCH Test Strips pages 63 73 test results may be false Coding the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter Code the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter Code numbers are used to ensure in these three easy steps consistent measurements by the meter For this reason it is important that the code is set correctly You must code the meter before using it for the first time and then every time 12 Step 1 Press the On Off Button Step 2 Match the Code Numbers m The meter code will appear on the The code numbers on the test strip D display for a moment along with the vials range from 1 to 16 If the code m current time and date and then the number on the meter display matches 4 message INSERT CUTE 4 Example the code number on the test strip vial f STRIP will appear you can begin testing If the two code z numbers do not match follow Step 3 to code the meter COIE 9 INSERT EAM 6 01 95 Example COIE 9 STRIP 13 BEFORE TESTING Step 3 Code the Meter While the meter is on and after the word INSERT is displayed press and release the C button the code number will appear Continue pressing the C button until the number on the display matches the code number on the test strip vial The code number is now set for the test strips you are using The m
30. hile the result is on the display Follow the procedure for selecting event labels see Event Labeling pages 42 43 You can exit the memory mode at any time by turning the meter off Changing an Insulin Record If you have entered insulin informa tion those records will appear as UNITS 5 NPH 805AM 6 0 1 95 Example You can change the insulin type or units of an insulin record in memory by pressing the C button while the insulin record is on the display The insulin type will flash Use the C button to change the insulin type Use the M button to move from the insulin type to the units Press the C button to change the units m e J lt MEMORY Deleting an Insulin Record To delete an insulin record select Hi for the units You can now turn off your meter or press the M button to move to the next record Your changes will be saved automatically Note Blood glucose control solution and check strip test values cannot be changed or deleted 62 SETTING METER OPTIONS You can customize your ONE TOUCH Profile Meter by changing various option settings to meet your needs The options mode allows you to view or change numerous meter features In all you can change or in some cases turn off 11 features of the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter including Beep Prompts beeps Time Date Insulin Prompt Event Averaging Insulin Programming Display Language
31. ide Check Strip a PENLET II Automatic Blood Sampler Lancets Carry Case Logbook O m Z O g gt a m gt j E E 2 e TS apmy aoua1ayay 9704 J HINOL 3U0 GALYVLS ONILLAS ONE TOUCH Profile Blood Glucose Meter Study this diagram to become familiar with all of the parts of your ONE TOUCH Profile Meter Battery Display Compartment on back one ToucH Profile M Button C Button Test Strip Holder Data Port On Off Button Test Area with protective coating O m Z O a gt a m gt j m m lt ao zZ Wu On Off Button This button turns the meter on and off Display This is where you read the simple messages that guide you through testing setting options and using the memory Your test results will be displayed here M Button The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter automatically stores your test results Use the M button to recall the information stored in your meter s memory and to review your meter s option settings C Button Use the C button to set the code on the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter and to change the meter s option settings Test Strip Holder The test strip hold er holds a ONE TOUCH Test Strip in place when you perform a blood glu cose or control solution test It must be removed to clean the meter Test Area The test area is located
32. ill vary according to your age the type of diabetes you have the medications you are taking and your physical and emotional health Your own motivation is a key factor in the number of tests you do each day Your healthcare professional will guide you After you decide when and how often you should test it is important that you make testing part of your daily routine Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results The blood glucose test result you obtain from your meter may be differ ent from your laboratory result due to normal variation however the two results should be within 20 of each other To make an accurate compari son between meter and laboratory results follow the guidelines below Before you go to the lab Make sure your meter is clean Perform check strip and control solution tests to make sure the meter is working properly Comparisons will be best if you are fasting or have not eaten for at least four hours Take your meter with you to the lab While at the lab Make sure that both tests are done within 15 minutes of each other Wash your hands before obtaining a blood sample 7 m re T RESULTS Never use your meter with blood that has been placed in a gray top test tube A variation between meter and lab results can occur because blood glu cose levels can change significantly over short periods especially if you have recently eaten exercised taken medicati
33. ing the ONE TOUCH COJE id Profile Meter pages 12 14 BOGAN 6 01 99 Example will appear on the display for several seconds followed by 34 Remove a test strip from the vial Replace the vial cap immediately Do not touch the test spot on the test strip With the meter display showing INSERT CODE i0 STRIP The test spot should be white or ivory colored with no tears or wrinkles Test Spot Example slide the test strip into the test strip holder notched end first test spot facing up Make sure you push the test strip in all the way until it stops 35 m 7 4 O Obtain a drop of blood from your fin ger using the PENLET II Automatic Blood Sampler See Getting a Drop of Blood pages 28 32 Step 2 Apply Blood Sample With the test strip in the meter and APPLY SAMPLE on the display apply a drop of blood to the test spot appears for a moment Then APPLY SAMPLE appears for five minutes or until you apply blood to the test spot 36 Pogue ane you strip moves push it back into its Touch only the original position tip of the drop Do not remove the test strip from of blood to the the meter to apply blood ee TING 99 test spot If the beep option is set to UN the Apply enough meter will beep when the blood is blood to form applied to the test spot
34. inted on the test strip vial When zZ completely you get a control solution test result g within the control range you are ready to test your blood 23 BEFORE TESTING Note The control solution range is shown in two different units of measure me dL used in the United States and mmol L used in Canada and some parts of Europe ONE TOUCH Normal Control Range 86 122 MG DL 4 8 6 8 MMOL L Example Control solution test results are auto matically stored in the meter memory with the time and date of the test If you use a logbook indicate control solution tests by writing C after the result Control solution results If test results fall outside the range printed on the test strip vial repeat the test Results that fall outside the expected range may indicate Procedural error Control solution that has not been shaken enough Expired or contaminated control solution Improper coding of the meter Dirt on the test strip holder or on the test area beneath the test strip holder Test strip deterioration Meter malfunction Extremes in testing temperatures CAUTION If your control solu tion test result falls outside the expected range the system may not be working properly Do not use the system to test your blood until you get a test result that falls within the expected range If you are unable to resolve the problem call the LifeScan Cus
35. ip Appears Remove the Check Strip The code number will appear on the from the Test Strip Holder display When INSERT CODE 10 Note This is the only time you Example S W IP appears slide the should remove a test strip during a notched end of the check strip into test the test strip holder with Side 1 purple side facing up WALT PLEASE appears for a moment 16 Step 3 When INSERT SIJE v STRIP Appears Turn the Check Strip Over and Slide it Back into the Test Strip Holder It should go in notched end first Side 2 white side facing up The meter counts down from four to zero and then gives you a check strip result bs v DK TMORM 6 01 95 Example Ww m I e J m m dp PA O The display will show UK if your result falls within the correct check strip range printed on the back of your meter If the reading is not with in the recommended range the meter display will show NOTH REID v BEFORE TESTING JE REID v Example If these messages appear repeat the check strip test If these messages appear again clean your meter and repeat the test If you do not obtain an acceptable check strip reading FEI will appear each time you turn on your meter indicating that your last check strip test was outside of the check strip range This message will continue to appear until you perform a check strip test
36. lution 11 BEFORE TESTING 12 Coding the ONE TOUCH Profile Meter 12 Checking the System 14 Checking with the Check Strip 15 Checking with Control Solution 19 TESTING YOUR BLOOD 26 Abbreviated Test Procedure 26 Getting a Drop of Blood 28 How to Test Your Blood 34 Special Messages 38 Checking the Amount of Blood on the Test Strip 40 IMMEDIATELY AFTER TESTING 42 Event Labeling 42 Insulin Programming 44 Carbohydrate Counting 46 UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESULTS 48 Recent Diabetes Findings 48 What This Means for You 48 Frequency of Testing 48 Comparing Meter and Laboratory Results 49 Expected Test Results Target Range 50 Testing Tips to Ensure Accuracy 51 Health Conditions Causing Out of Range Results 54 Recommendations for Better Diabetes Control 55 USING THE METER MEMORY 57 Entering the Memory Mode 57 Event Averages 59 Recalling Test Results 60 Event Labels 61 Changing an Insulin Record 61 Deleting an Insulin Record 62 SETTING METER OPTIONS 63 Entering and Using the Options Mode 63 Beep Prompts 65 Time and Date 65 Insulin Prompt 67 Event Averaging 68 Insulin Programming 69 Display Language 71 Time Format 71 Date Format 72 Unit of Measure 72 Decimal Separator 73 Exiting the Options Mode 73 SOLVING PROBLEMS 74 Test Procedure Messages 74 Error Messages 78 TAKING CARE OF YOUR METER 84 Doing a Daily Check 85 Cleaning the Meter 85 Replacing the Batteries 89 SPECIFICATIONS 92 Guarantee and Warranty 94 I
37. mmediately The meter a will not operate BATTRY 78 MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO CLEAN 1 There is dirt blood or 1 Clean the test area TEST lint on the test area according to instructions AREA 2 Your hand or an object 2 Repeat the test Keep test covered the test area while area clear turning on the meter REMOWE The test strip was inserted Remove the strip Wait for the STRIP before the word INSERT word INSERT before inserting appeared on the display test strip Ch M DLL Example CONTRE BOLAM 6 01 95 If the word CONTRI appears after a blood test your blood sample was too small smeared or another drop was added after the test began Repeat the test with a new tes strip and apply a larger drop of blood t ERROR RETEST The sample was applied before the words APPL Y SAMPLE appeared Repeat the test with a new test strip 79 MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO ERRORE 1 The test strip moved 1 Repeat the test with a new RETEST during the test test strip 2 The test strip was not 2 Repeat the test with a new inserted correctly test strip 3 The test strip was 3 Repeat the test with a new removed before the test test strip was completed 4 There was not enough 4 Repeat the test with a new blood on the test strip test strip 5 The meter was used in 5 Move the meter away from very bright light the light source Repeat the test with
38. nt being sure to align the plus and minus signs correctly To replace the battery compartment door insert the tab on the top of the door into the slot in the top of the battery compartment Press the opening tab upward toward the top of the meter Lower the battery compartment door until it snaps shut Check to see that your meter is working If the meter fails to turn on the batteries may have been inserted incorrectly Remove the batteries and reinsert them as illustrated m m a Q gt m a Z O m lt O Ine O Lu a O SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply Battery Life Result Range Display Type Blood Source Hematocrit Range Dimensions Weight Operating Temperatures Operating Humidity Range Two AAA alkaline batteries Approximately one year when testing up to four times a day 0 33 3 mmol L 0 600 mg dL Values of 33 3 mmol L 600 mg dL and above displayed as HI Liquid crystal Whole blood capillary or venous Do not use samples that contain fluoride gray top tubes 25 60 Length 10 9 cm width 6 6 cm height 2 5 cm 127 5 grams with batteries 15 35 C 59 95 F 0 90 relative humidity non condensing 92 Memory Up to 250 records with time and date Data Port RS 232 serial communications with special LifeScan cable for interface with LifeScan s Diabetes Management System software Complies with Canadian ICES 001
39. ohydrates Burtis C A and Ashwood E R ed Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry Philadelphia W B Saunders Company 1994 959 Krall L P and Beaser R S Joslin Diabetes Manual Philadelphia Lea and Febiger 1989 138 Wickham N W R et al Practical Diabetes Vol 3 No 2 1986 100 Cohen F E et al Diabetes Care Vol 9 No 3 1986 320 322 Atkin S H et al Fingerstick glucose determination in shock Annals of Internal Medicine Vol 114 1991 1020 1024 USING THE METER MEMORY Your ONE TOUCH Profile Meter Entering the Memory Mode automatically stores up to 250 test records It stores blood glucose check strip and control solution test results with time and date Event labels when linked to blood glucose results will alternate with the time and date Insulin records including insulin type units time and date are also stored When you have stored more than 250 records the oldest record is dropped from the memory as a new record is added Turn the meter on by pressing the on off button You can access the meter s memory and recall test results at any time before or after performing a test by pressing the M button y One Touch Profile Q m fe a lt The word MEMORY with the memory symbol will appear briefly If you are using the meter for the very first time and have not used it for testing
40. on or experienced stress In addition if you have eaten recently the blood glucose level from a finger stick can be up to 3 9 mmol L higher than blood drawn from a vein venous sample used for a lab test It is there fore best to fast for eight hours before doing comparison tests Factors such as the amount of red blood cells in 50 the blood a high or low hematocrit or the loss of body fluid severe dehy dration may also give a meter result different from a laboratory result For more detail see Health Conditions Causing Out of Range Results pages 54 55 Expected Test Results Target Range Your test results will vary somewhat from test to test because blood glucose levels change throughout the day The types and amounts of food you eat your activity and stress levels and the insulin or other medication you take affect your blood glucose levels If you are controlling your diabetes well your test results should fall within the Testing Tips to Ensure Accuracy target range recommended by your healthcare professional Once you have established your target range you will be able to recognize when your results are high or low and know when to take action based on the advice of your healthcare professional If you have a test result that falls outside of your target range and you cannot link it to changes in your diet exercise medication or stress level you may want to review these testing tips then re
41. one TOUCH Profile BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING INSULIN TRACKING SYSTEM SYSTEME DE CONTROLE DE LA GLYCEMIE REGISTRE D INSULINE one TOUCH Profile Owner s Booklet LIFESCAN CANADA LTD a Gohmen feohmsen company Manuel du propri taire The ONE TOUCH Profile System is intended for use outside the body in vitro diagnostic use It should be used only for blood glucose testing purposes and only with whole blood not plasma or serum It should not be used for the diagnosis of diabetes CAUTION Before using any product to test your blood sugar blood glucose read all instructions and prac tice the test Do all quality control checks as directed and consult with a diabetes healthcare professional These recommendations apply to all Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems and are supported by the Diabetes Educator Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association This system contains many small parts Keep away from young children Important phone numbers LifeScan Customer Care Line Monday Friday 9 AM 8 PM Eastern Time 1 800 663 5521 Write your meter serial number Diabetes healthcare professional Pharmacist Other TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Why Blood Glucose Testing Is Important PRECAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS GETTING STARTED 5 The Complete ONE TOUCH Profile System 5 ONE TOUCH Profile Blood Glucose Meter 7 ONE TOUCH Test Strips 9 ONE TOUCH Control So
42. options mode Use the M button to choose the Time option The current time will show Press the C button to change the time the hour and AM or PM will flash Press the C button again to advance the hour to the correct setting Press the M button and the minutes will flash Use the C button to change the minutes Press the M button to see the new time setting the colon will flash Press the M button again to move to the next option SUUAM 1 MOVE C CHANGE Note When the time and date are changed the calculated values for 14 day 30 day and event averages may change These averages are calculated from the results obtained during the 14 or 30 days preceding the current time and date settings Setting the Date Enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Date option The current date will show Press the C button to change the date setting the year will flash Press the C button again to change the year to the correct setting Press the M button and the month will flash Use the C button to change the month Press the M button and the day will flash Press the C button to change the day Pressing the M button again will display the new date setting Press the M button again to move to the next option 67 6D 195 M MOYE C CHANGE Insulin Prompt With the next option you may choose whether or not you wish to activate the meter s insulin prompt GITE JIN If you sel
43. or if you have used a software program to clear the meter s memory this message will appear indicating that there are no results stored in the memory MEMORY Q NOJATA 58 However if you have used the meter at least once in the past 14 days the first value that will appear on the display will be the 14 day average the average of your blood glucose test results for the past 14 days Check strip and control solution tests are not included in the average 0 61 36 AVG IESS H JAY H JAY Example While the 14 day average result is on the display press and hold the C but ton to see how many tests are includ ed in the average The number of tests will remain on the display as long as you hold the C button Results above 33 3 mmol L will be displayed as HI and will be calculated into the average as 33 3 mmol L Event Averages If you have chosen to use the event averaging feature that is you select ed UN AvD in the options mode you may review averages for each event as well as a 30 day test aver age In order for an event average to appear at least one blood glucose result must have been linked to the event label in the last 14 days Press the M button to move through and review these averages 59 JU TAY AVERAGE AVG FASTING AVG PRE BREAKFAST AVG AFTER BREAKFAST AVG PRE NOON MEAL AVG AR TER NOON MEAL AVG PRE DINNER AVG AR TER DINNE AVG DIFFERENT F
44. ormed RETEST The last test failed after Repeat the test the countdown started 82 MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO RESET The meter has lost some important information including the code number Use the C button to reset the meter code to match the test strip vial code You should also check all of your meter option settings to be sure they are correct If this continues to happen there may be a problem with your meter Call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 Some parts of the display are not working The messages will be incomplete Call the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 83 METER CARE TAKING CARE OF YOUR METER Your ONE TOUCH Profile Blood Do not drop the meter as this Glucose Meter is easy to maintain could damage the electronics If These tips will help you keep it in you drop the meter accidentally good operating condition make sure the test strip holder is still securely in place Check the CAUTION meter by doing check strip and Do not get water inside the control solution tests to be sure meter your meter is working properly Never immerse the meter or hold Do not take the meter apart Sensi it under running water tive parts could be damaged caus ing false results Taking the meter apart will void the warranty Keep the test strip holder and test area clean Do not clean the meter
45. our blood glucose test result is low 3 3 mmol L or below possibly indicating hypoglycemia You may need food immediately 143 MMOL L Example BOLAM 6 01 95 alternating with 133 MMOL L CHECK KETONES Your blood glucose test result is 13 3 mmol L or above and less than 33 3 mmol L You may need to check your urine for ketones 76 MESSAGE APPEARS WHEN HI MMOL L Your blood glucose test result is 33 3 mmol L 600 mg dL or above This JANGER level is severe hyperglycemia BOLAM b 01 95 alternating with Saez PERDEA Contact your doctor immediately Appears briefly when the meter is turned on You can see that all of the display segments are working properly 77 Error Messages When any of these messages appear there is a problem with your ONE TOUCH Profile Meter ing a test In most cases problems are or the way in which you are perform easy to fix If you have trouble help is available from the LifeScan Customer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 REPLACE NOW MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO h When this symbol appears Test results will still be and stays on the screen it accurate but replace means the batteries are the batteries as soon as getting low This symbol possible will remain on the display while the meter is on until the batteries are replaced 7 When this symbol is flashing Replace the batteries the batteries are too low i
46. peat the test 7 m re T GLUCOSE RANGES IN YOUR TARGET PEOPLE WITHOUT RANGES mmol L DIABETES mmol L Before breakfast 3 9 5 8 Before lunch or dinner 3 9 6 1 1 hour after meals Less than 8 9 2 hours after meals Less than 6 7 Between 2 and 4 a m Greater than 3 9 o1 RESULTS Before testing Wash your hands before testing a Use a new sterile lancet Make sure you are using ONE TOUCH Test Strips Check the expiration date on the test strip vial If it has passed dis card the unused test strips and open a new vial Discard any remaining test strips four months after first opening Make sure the test spot is white or ivory colored with no tears or wrinkles Make sure the code on the meter matches the code on the test strip vial Make sure the meter s test area and test strip holder are clean a Do a test with ONE TOUCH Control Solution to verify that the test strip and meter are working properly Clean the test area and test strip holder following the instructions on pages 85 89 After testing Make sure you have applied enough blood to the test strip Do not smear the blood or touch the test spot Do not move the test strip during the countdown process IMPORTANT If you have followed these tips to ensure accuracy and your blood glucose results are still out of range call your healthcare professional 53 7
47. rate you can use the insulin programming feature to record this number in your ONE TOUCH Profile Meter Follow the steps for insulin programming selecting LHF instead of an insulin type Enter the number of carbohy drates 1 150 Note When LAF is selected instead of insulin type the word UNITS will not be displayed with the number 000 35 CARI CARI M MOWE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE gt a m a m 0p 9 47 RESULTS UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESULTS Recent Diabetes Findings In 1993 the National Institute of Health concluded an extensive 10 year study of people with Type I diabetes This study called the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial DCCT found that by keeping your blood glucose close to the levels of people without diabetes you can reduce the risk of complications involving the eyes kidneys and nervous system by up to 60 What This Means for You Frequent blood glucose testing is the best means for keeping track of how well you are doing with the factors that affect your diabetes medication diet exercise and stress management Blood glucose test results can also tell you whether your diabetes is changing in ways that might require an adjust ment to your treatment plan Always consult your healthcare professional before making any adjustments to your treatment plan Frequency of Testing How often you may need to test your blood glucose w
48. s diuretics Inability to recognize or respond to thirst sensations Uncontrolled diabetes Shock If you believe you are suffering from severe dehydration consult a health care professional immediately 7 m re T Recommendations for Better Diabetes Control Here are some recommendations to help you control your diabetes a Follow the advice of your health care professional Follow the exercise and meal plans recommended by your healthcare professional a Take insulin or diabetes medica tion at your scheduled times e l D M oc Keep in touch with your emotional and physical condition Stress or illness can affect diabetes m Watch for signs and symptoms of low blood glucose hypoglycemia and high blood glucose hyper glycemia Review your test results with your healthcare professional regularly 56 10 11 12 LifeScan data on file LifeScan data on file Kahn R and Weir G Joslin s Diabetes Mellitus Philadelphia Lea and Febiger 1994 489 Krall L P and Beaser R S Joslin Diabetes Manual Philadelphia Lea and Febiger 1989 261 263 American Diabetes Association position statement on the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial 1993 Clarke W L et al Diabetes Care Vol 10 No 5 1987 622 628 Surwit R S and Feinglos M N Diabetes Forecast 1988 April 49 51 Sacks D B Carb
49. s on the meter display the into the test strip holder repeat Step 4 batteries are getting low The meter will still provide accurate test results with low batteries but you should The ONE TOUCH Profile Meter replace them as soon as possible comes with batteries already m m a Q gt m Replacing the Batteries 89 When K Le gt ER 2 TSN BATTRY REPLACE NOW appears flashing on the display the meter will no longer give results and you must replace the batteries before you can perform another test Dead batteries or battery removal will not affect the information stored in the meter memory The time and date will be saved in the meter for approx imately an hour without the batteries METER CARE To replace the batteries Make sure the meter is turned off before you remove the batteries Turn the meter over so that the front of the meter is resting in the palm of your hand With your thumb press upward on the opening tab of the battery com partment door and lift upward until it releases from the clasp 2 Remove the bat tery compartment door 1 Turn the meter over and locate the battery compart ment door gs 3 Remove the old batteries by gently slapping the meter against the palm of your hand Never tap the meter against a hard surface 4 Insert the new AAA batteries into the battery compart me
50. t enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Time Format option Press the C button to change the time format You may turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Date Format The meter is set to display the date as month day year for example June 1 1995 reads as b 0 1 95 You can set the meter to display day month year as is common in Europe M NOVE CHANGE M i C CHANGE To change the date format enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Date Format option Press the C button to change the date for mat You may turn the meter off or press the M button to move to the next option Unit of Measure The meter is set to display test results in millimoles per litre mmol L You have the option to change to mil ligrams per decilitre mg dL com monly used in the United States mg dL mmol L M MOVE C CHANGE M MOVE C CHANGE To change the Unit of Measure option enter the options mode Use the M button to choose the Unit of Measure option Press the C button to change the unit of measure You may turn the meter off or press the M but ton to move to the next option Decimal Separator The meter is set to display millimoles per liter mmol L and bolus insulin units using a decimal point This option allows you to select a comma instead of a decimal point as a decimal separator mn nan Li mmol L LIL Imo j
51. t get water inside the meter The following cleaning agents will damage the meter Do not use e Alcohol e Cleansers with ammonia or phenol e Windex or other glass cleaners e Abrasive cleaners Windex is a registered trademark of the Drackett Products Company Check the clear protective coating over the test area to make sure it is not scratched or damaged 87 Rub the test area with a cotton swab or soft cloth dampened with water to remove all blood dirt or lint from the test area If necessary a mild liquid dishwashing detergent mixed with water may also be used Do not apply full strength detergent to the test area Be careful not to scratch the test area Dry the test area with a soft dry tissue or cloth Remove any lint m m JD Q gt m METER CARE Step 4 Replace the Test Strip Holder Hook the bottom of the test strip Press down on the raised dots of the holder onto the square notch on the test strip holder until it snaps firmly meter into place 88 Press forward on the base of the test installed When the batteries need to strip holder to be sure it is properly be replaced use two AAA 1 5 volt in place alkaline batteries The batteries should last about one year when testing up to four times You are now ready to do a check strip a day When the battery symbol test If the check strip will not slide appear
52. test strip vial is for ONE TOUCH Control Solution only It is not a recommended range for your blood glucose level Store the control solution at room temperature below 30 C 86 F Do not refrigerate Control solution should not be used as a cleaning solution for the meter Warning For external use only Do not swallow or inject control solution or put control solution drops into your eyes 21 Ww m I ie Bs m m 2 z e BEFORE TESTING How to do a control solution test Step 1 Press On Off Button Insert Test Strip The code number time and date will appear The code number should match the code number on the test strip vial When INSERT COJE 10 Example 51FIF appears slide a ONE TOUCH Test Strip into the test strip holder notched end first with the test spot facing up Make sure you push the test strip in all the way until it stops WHIT PLEASE appears for a moment then APPLY SAMPLE appears for five minutes or until you apply a drop of control solution to the test spot on the test strip COJE 10 SON 6 01 95 Example Step 2 Apply Control Solution Step 3 Control Solution Result m Shake the control solution vial well Appears in 45 Seconds 2 before using Remove the cap and Compare the control solution test apply a drop of control solution to the result with the control solution range Ko middle of the test spot covering it pr
53. tomer Care Line at 1 800 663 5521 25 w m T e D m m i z e zZ 0p Tr TESTING YOUR BLOOD Abbreviated Test Procedure You can test your blood by following these three simple steps Step 1 Press power Step 2 Apply sample Step 3 Accurate insert strip No wiping No timing results in 45 seconds one TOUCH Profile INSERT uFescan Example 26 Note Be sure to read the following section carefully before testing Choose a clean dry work surface Make sure you have all the items needed to test one ToucH Profile _ D B a a ONE TOUCH Profile Meter a ONE TOUCH Test Strips PENLET II Automatic Blood Sampler with choice of caps LIFESCAN Lancet m 7 PA O Bez Cap Regular Cap 27 TESTING Getting a Drop of Blood IMPORTANT Getting an adequate drop of blood is one of the most important steps in getting an accurate result CAUTION Use a new sterile lancet every time you test Do not use a lancet if the protective Never use a lancet that has been used by someone else If you share a PENLET II Sampler each person should always use a new lancet and a new or properly disinfected cap For assistance call the LifeScan disk has been removed or damaged Customer Care Line at 1 800
54. with alcohol asec le eel er on cela Alcohol will damage the meter exposing it to extremes in tempera ture or humidity For example do not leave it in your car 84 Doing a Daily Check Cleaning the Meter Look through the small hole in the Clean the meter and test strip holder test strip holder to make sure there is no lint dirt or blood blocking it At least once each week Whenever the test area looks dirty If there is anything blocking the hole Whenever or if the test area has dirt lint or blood on it remove the test strip holder and clean the test area by fol TEST m lowing the instructions in the next AREA m section Then do a check strip test appears on the display S m How to clean your meter Step 1 Remove the Test Strip Holder from the Meter Hold the meter and place your thumbs on the two raised dots on the test strip holder Press down on the 85 METER CARE raised dots and slide the test strip holder toward you Step 2 Clean the Test Strip Holder UIFESCAN D 4 0 e Remove the test strip holder to expose the test area Wash the test strip holder with soap and water Clean the underside of the test strip holder Using a cotton swab clean the small hole to remove any dirt blood or lint Rinse well Dry completely with a soft cloth or tissue Step 3 Clean the Test Area CAUTION Do no
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