Hazardous Substances - Medtronic MMT-7512 Guia Del Usuario

For questions or concerns related to serter use, contact a local Medtronic support representative for assistance.
For medical questions or concerns, contact a healthcare provider.
Precautions
Wash hands with soap and water prior to sensor insertion to reduce the risk of infection.
Inspect the insertion site for bleeding under, around, or on top of the sensor. If bleeding occurs, use a sterile gauze
pad to apply steady pressure to the sensor for three minutes.
WARNING: Do not use non-sterile gauze to apply pressure to the sensor. Use of non-sterile gauze can cause
infection at the insertion site.
If bleeding stops after three minutes of steady pressure, connect the transmitter to the sensor.
CAUTION: Do not connect the transmitter to the sensor if bleeding at the insertion site does not stop. Active
bleeding can damage the transmitter and result in a loss of communication between the transmitter and the
receiving device.
If bleeding does not stop after three minutes of steady pressure, remove the sensor, and continue to apply pressure
until bleeding stops. Discard the used sensor directly in a sharps container after removal. Insert a new sensor at a
different insertion site.
Note: Always use a new insertion site to insert a new sensor. Reuse of the same insertion site can cause redness,
irritation, pain, bleeding, tenderness, and inflammation.
Do not clean, resterilize, or attempt to remove the needle from the needle housing. Needle stick injury may occur.
Do not reuse the sensor. Reuse of the sensor can cause damage to the sensor surface and lead to inaccurate sensor
glucose values, irritation, and infection at the insertion site.
Rotate the sensor insertion site so that sites do not become overused.
Confirm that the sensor is firmly attached to the skin to prevent it from coming out of the insertion site. Factors that
increase the likelihood of the sensor coming out include increased physical activity (particularly in younger patients)
and improper taping technique.
Risks and side effects
The serter contains small parts and may pose a choking hazard that can result in serious injury or death.
Side effects include discomfort and skin irritation at the insertion site.

Hazardous substances

None.
Allergens
None known.
Where to insert the sensor
Choose an insertion site with a sufficient layer of subcutaneous fat.
Note: Do not insert the sensor within 5.0 cm (2 inches) of the navel area to avoid discomfort at the insertion site
and incomplete sensor adhesion.
For optimal sensor performance, and to prevent accidental sensor removal:
• Do not insert the sensor into muscle, tough skin, or scar tissue
• Avoid areas that are constrained by clothing or accessories
• Avoid areas that are located under a belt or waistband
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