Insulin Pump Management Aftercare Instructions
A day-by-day recovery guide for insulin pump management: what to expect, how to care for yourself, and when to call. Free to read and print.
What to expect
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
- •Rule of 15: eat 15g of fast-acting carbs, wait 15 minutes, recheck
- •If blood sugar is below 54 or you cannot eat, use glucagon
- •Always wear medical ID
Insulin Pump Management recovery, day by day
Blood Sugar Management
- Monitor blood glucose as instructed (fasting, before meals, and/or bedtime)
- Learn the signs of low blood sugar: shakiness, sweating, confusion, rapid heartbeat
- Always carry a fast-acting sugar source (glucose tabs, juice, candy)
- Do NOT adjust medication doses without consulting your endocrinologist
Ongoing Monitoring
- Log blood sugar readings; bring log to appointments
- Take medication at the same time every day for consistency
- Follow your meal plan; consistent carbohydrate intake helps stabilize blood sugar
- Stay active; regular exercise improves hormone regulation
When to call your provider or 911
- •Blood sugar below 54 mg/dL or unable to treat low blood sugar
- •Blood sugar above 400 mg/dL with nausea, vomiting, or fruity breath (DKA)
- •Severe allergic reaction to medication
- •Loss of consciousness
When in doubt, call your clinic. For a medical emergency, call 911.
Recovery milestones
- Day 7
Adjustment period
Getting used to monitoring routine and medication timing
- Day 30
Lab check
A1C or glucose log review
- Day 30
Treatment optimization
Dose adjustments and treatment plan refinement
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