Advantages of Using an Insulin Pump

Introduction

• Insulin pumps compared to smartphones in terms of ease of use
• Insulin pumps simplify diabetes management

Traditional Methods

• Syringes and specialized pens can deliver insulin
• Importance of updating to modern technology

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)

• CGM sends blood sugar data to the pump in real time
• Automatic insulin delivery based on CGM data
• CGM communicates via Bluetooth

Convenience

• Infusion/insertion sets only need to be swapped every few days
• Reduced need for syringes or pens

Insulin Doses

• Pumps can deliver basal and bolus insulin
• Basal: background insulin
• Bolus: insulin before meals
• Accurate dosing with built-in calculators and micro-dosing

Additional Features

• Advanced settings for sleep and exercise in some pumps

Summary

• Insulin pumps provide convenience, accuracy, and advanced features