a large meal (called a bolus). You can use bolus calculators on insulin pumps to figure out how much bolus insulin to take, based on your blood sugar level and food intake. The insulin pump works just like the human pancreas.
Features of Automatic Insulin Pumps
Automatic insulin pumps work with some CGG models. Insulin pump features vary, depending on the model, the features of automatic insulin pumps include:
- Compatibility with some continuous glucose monitor models.
- Batteries are rechargeable
- Some devices are waterproof for a limited time (i.e., up to 3 feet for 30 minutes)
- Rechargeable battery
- Automatically adjusts basal insulin delivery and delivers correct dose according to a person’s blood glucose level
- Helps lower the frequency and duration of blood sugar abnormalities
- Bluetooth technology used for communication
- Works on smartphone apps
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Wearable Technology May Improve Your Lifestyle
A study published in The British Medical Journal in 2019 found that people with diabetes, as well as caregivers, found CGM devices easier to use in monitoring glucose levels. In addition, the study found that real-time wearable tech – devices that automatically send data – for diabetics may be better for seniors with diabetes.
Advantages
There are many advantages of wearable technology, including
- Limited finger sticks
- Healthier blood sugar levels
- Reduces dangerous effects of high and low blood sugar levels (such as disorientation or unconsciousness)
- Lower incidence of diabetic complications (such as vision problems, damage to nerves and more)
- Can assist people who have trouble remembering to perform regular blood sugar checks (such as children and seniors with cognitive deficits)
- May help people who otherwise have trouble identifying warning signs of low blood sugar
