[Diabetes-Talk] Transmitter Removal for DexCom G6
d m gina
dmgina at mysero.net
Sun Jan 6 22:41:52 UTC 2019
I'm still trying to teach myself how to put on the patch for the libre.
Today was a little bit better than it was the first day.
I was so pleased they stay on so well.
Sure did help the patch.
Ed please come back again, you shared that you don't have to wait until
the next day to get a reading with a new cencer, I can't seem to find the step.
Thanks again,
Original message:
> I also use the iPhone app with the G6. I use Seeing AI to read the
> sensor code while the sensor is still in its package. I find the G6
> much quicker and easier to insert than the G5 was. Yay! And by way of
> reminder for those who are new, just in case you don't know, you can
> call tech support and ask for the patch overlays. These things are
> great! It's tape with a hole in the middle for the transmitter. They're
> easy to put on and help the sensor to stay stuck on for the entire 10
> days. But you have to ask for them and only from tech support, not when
> you place an order. They're free.
> Veronica
> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now
> available on iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide
> Dog Glee Club.
> To learn more, visit:
> http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
> Veronica Elsea, Owner
> Laurel Creek Music Designs
> Santa Cruz, California
> Phone: 831-429-6407
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
> Of Julie Mclean via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2019 1:19 PM
> To: 'Melanie Torrance'; 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Julie Mclean
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Transmitter Removal for DexCom G6
> Hi Melanie,
> The G6 comes with a receiver but you cannot use it if you can't see it.
> That is why the app on the iPhone running Voice over enables you to
> input the four digit code on your sensor, the transmitter code, and
> best of all access your bg readings. Additionally, there is some help
> messages and a 24/7 Tech line but typically, Tech people are at a loss
> when I call and I don't have a sighted person available to help me.
> That is why our listserv is so valuable. This cgm is life changing
> for me. I have had Type 1 for 50+ years and often have hypoglycemic
> unawareness. I am living alone after becoming a widow over five years
> ago. No one is here to catch my lows and I do not want to live with
> someone else. Now with the G6 and its alarms which are loud, I can now
> treat myself before the sugar drops too significantly.
> Best regards,
> Julie McLean
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Melanie Torrance [mailto:melanietorrance at icloud.com]
> Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2019 3:21 PM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
> Cc: Julie Mclean
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Transmitter Removal for DexCom G6
> For all the users with no vision and are using the G6, are you using
> Voice Over on the iphone for insertion,etc?
> Melanie
> Sent from Melanie's i phone
>> On Jan 6, 2019, at 2:18 PM, Julie Mclean via Diabetes-Talk
>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Hello,
>> I just joined this list yesterday. I also started the DexCom
>> G6recently. I appreciate this post as I have no vision and live alone.
>> I have successfully changed my sensor only twice. These instructions
>> are so helpful and give me added confidence in completing the process.
>> Best regards,
>> Julie McLean
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
>> Of Michael Barber via Diabetes-Talk
>> Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2019 1:30 PM
>> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
>> Cc: Michael Barber
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Transmitter Removal for DexCom G6
>> Veronica: The only thing I don’t understand is how to remove the
>> little transmitter device from the used sensor so I can put it in a new sensor.
>> Cordially,
>> Michael D. Barber
>>> On Jan 6, 2019, at 11:57 AM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
>>> <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Hi Michael.
>>> First, thanks, Joy, for sharing my instructions. And Michael, if you
>>> haven't gotten it yet, feel free to give me a shout. I'm around.
>>> Veronica
>>> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now
>>> available on iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide
>>> Dog Glee Club.
>>> To learn more, visit:
>>> http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
>>> Veronica Elsea, Owner
>>> Laurel Creek Music Designs
>>> Santa Cruz, California
>>> Phone: 831-429-6407
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
>>> Of Joy Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2019 9:44 AM
>>> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
>>> Cc: Joy Stigile
>>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Transmitter Removal for DexCom G6
>>> Hi Michael,
>>> I have pasted below the instructions that Veronica wrote up for me.
>>> Just start with step number 7. These instructions have helped me so much!
>>> Warmly, Joy
>>> Dexcom G6 Notes
>>> Removing a Sensor
>>> 1. Open the G6 app and swipe right until you find "settings".
>>> 2. Double-tap on settings.
>>> 3. Swipe right until you find "stop sensor". Be patient as it's very
>>> far to the right.
>>> 4. Double-tap "stop sensor". The app says, do you want to stop your sensor?
>>> Swipe right until you find "stop sensor" and double-tap.
>>> 5. Nothing obvious happens at this point. Swipe left or look for
>>> ""home back" button at the upper left of your screen and double-tap it.
>>> 6. This places you on the "home" screen. Instead of a reading, you'll
>>> find a button labeled "new sensor". Don't do anything with it yet. Put
>>> the phone down.
>>> 7. Remove the sensor/transmitter from your abdomen. On the side of the
>>> sensor, locate what feels like a little ring and pull down on it. As it
>>> goes away from the transmitter, you should be able to grab the
>>> transmitter and slide it out of the sensor.
>>> 8. Discard the sensor but keep the transmitter unless it has expired.
>>> Inserting a Sensor
>>> 1. Find the four-digit code on the new sensor. (If package is resting
>>> on its paper backing, place obvious opening corner closest to you,
>>> bottom right.
>>> The code shows through the right side of the package, top right corner.) 2.
>>> Find transmitter serial number if this is your very first sensor. (SN:
>>> on the underside of the box containing the transmitter. It has four
>>> digits and 2 letters.) 3. Remove the sensor and transmitter from their
>>> packages.
>>> 4. For a new sensor, I often find it helpful to practice where on my
>>> abdomen I want to put it at this time.
>>> 5. Use an alcohol swab on your abdomen. Also use an alcohol swab on
>>> the transmitter.
>>> 6. Pick up the phone and double-tap on the "new sensor" button in the app.
>>> 7. The app says, "enter code". Swipe right until you find the button
>>> "enter code" and double-tap it.
>>> 8. Swipe right until you hear, "enter code manually" and double-tap it.
>>> 9. You will find a telephone-style keypad on which you enter the
>>> four-digit sensor code.
>>> 10. Place your hand towards the top of the screen or swipe left from
>>> the number 1. You will find an edit box containing the number you just entered.
>>> Swipe left and you will find a "save" button, which you double-tap.
>>> 11. You are presented with a confirmation screen. Swipe right and you
>>> will hear the code you entered. Continue right until you find a
>>> "confirm" button and double-tap it.
>>> 12. The app says, insert sensor and transmitter. Put the phone down.
>>> 13. Orient your sensor. Set it on the table so that it rests on its
>>> paper backing. Feel the top side of the sensor. There is a smooth
>>> section that sticks way up in the air. Point that to the left in front
>>> of you. Put your hand on that part that sticks up and follow to the
>>> right. As it slants down, you'll find what feels like a slightly
>>> depressed area with a long skinny piece on top of the dimple. You'll
>>> notice closest to you and up at 12:00, there is an obvious place for
>>> your hand to grab the applicator. Pick up the sensor applicator in your
>>> left hand, pointing that high mountain towards you. Now feel the
>>> underside of the applicator where you'll find two pieces of paper
>>> backing. Slide your hand on the backing towards the center where you'll
>>> find two tabs just begging to be pulled. You'll notice that one is
>>> slightly on top of the second. Pull the first one towards you. Once you
>>> pull that tab, your applicator is now sticky so don't touch it. Find
>>> the end of the applicator which is furthest away from you and follow
>>> the second piece of paper towards the center till you find its pull
>>> tab. Pull it away from you.
>>> 14. With your right hand, reach over and grab the obvious hand hold
>>> and without touching anything else, just plop the sensor against your abdomen.
>>> Use your left hand to hold it in position once you've done that.
>>> 15. With your right hand, find the piece that feels like a little stick
>>> on top of the depression on the right half of the applicator. Push it
>>> down and away from you. It will break off. This is releasing the safety
>>> mechanism.
>>> 16. Press and release the button, which is that little depression.
>>> 17. Now lift the applicator away from your body and discard it.
>>> 18. Pick up the transmitter and hold it so the skinny end is pointing
>>> towards the left. Place it in the sensor by setting the left end in the
>>> sensor while the right fatter side is still sticking up. When the left
>>> side feels perfectly smooth in the sensor, press down on the right side
>>> and listen for the click sound as the transmitter snaps in.
>>> 19. Run your fingers around on the tape to make sure it is smooth and
>>> completely applied.
>>> 20. Now pick up the phone. Swipe right past "insert sensor video" until
>>> you find the "next" button and double-tap it.
>>> 21. Then swipe right until you find the "start sensor" button, which
>>> you double-tap.
>>> 22. The app will say "sensor warm-up" and you can now swipe to find the
>>> amount of time remaining for the sensor warm-up.
>>> 23. At the end of the two-hour warm-up, you'll receive an alert telling
>>> you that the warm-up was successful. Swipe right to the "ok" button and
>>> double-tap it.
>>> 24. Pat yourself on the back and may your numbers be good ones
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
>>> Of Michael Barber via Diabetes-Talk
>>> Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2019 9:29 AM
>>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: Michael Barber <m.barber817 at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Transmitter Removal for DexCom G6
>>> I’m about to change sensors for the first time, but I am not sure how
>>> to remove the transmitter from the used sensor. Can someone help?
>>> Thanks.
>>> Cordially,
>>> Michael D. Barber
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