Diabetes Technology & Devices Flashcards
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What does CGM stand for in diabetes management technology?
Answer: Continuous Glucose Monitor
CGM stands for Continuous Glucose Monitor, a device that tracks interstitial glucose levels in real time throughout the day and night.
What is the typical warm-up (initialization) period for most implantable or sensor-based CGM devices?
Answer: 2 hours
Most CGM sensors require approximately a 2-hour warm-up period after insertion before providing accurate glucose readings.
Which setting on an insulin pump delivers a constant baseline amount of insulin throughout the day?
Answer: Basal rate
The basal rate on an insulin pump delivers a steady, pre-programmed amount of insulin continuously to manage background glucose levels.
What is a 'time in range' (TIR) target recommended for most adults with diabetes using CGM?
Answer: Greater than 70%
The International Consensus on Time in Range recommends that most adults with diabetes spend greater than 70% of time with glucose between 70–180 mg/dL.
Which feature of a hybrid closed-loop insulin delivery system automatically adjusts insulin delivery?
Answer: Algorithm that responds to CGM readings
A hybrid closed-loop system uses an algorithm that continuously reads CGM data and automatically adjusts basal insulin delivery to maintain target glucose levels.
When educating a patient about insulin pump therapy, which situation requires them to return to multiple daily injections temporarily?
Answer: When the pump malfunctions or site occludes
Patients must have a backup plan with multiple daily injections in case of pump malfunction, site occlusion, or unexpected pump failure.