Glucometer Set

Question 1

complete kit used to measure a person’s capillary blood glucose level

drop of blood obtained from the fingertip

used by:
- patients with diabetes
- caregivers
- other health professionals

Answer 1

GLUCOMETER SET

Question 2

GLUCOMETER SET
A. Components

Answer 2

1. Glucometer
2. Test strip
3. Lancet device
4. Lancets
5. Control solution

Question 3

• small handheld device
• reads chemical reactions happening in the test strip
• most meters give result in ________

Answer 3

1. Glucometer

• 5-10 SECONDS

Question 4

• coated with glucose-sensitive chemicals (enzymes)
• each strip is specific to its glucometer model
• storage: dry, capped, away from heat

Answer 4

2. Test strip

Question 5

• a spring-loaded pen-like instrument
• used to prick the skin
• depth can be adjusted to suit thin and thick skin

Answer 5

3. Lancet device

Question 6

• sterile, single-used needles
• loaded in the lancet device
• should be changed after each use

Answer 6

4. Lancets

Question 7

• liquid with a known glucose concentration
• used to check/calibrate if the meter and strips are working correctly

Answer 7

5. Control solutions

Question 8

GLUCOMETER SET
B. Purpose

Answer 8

1. to monitor blood sugar regularly
2. detect hypo/hyperglycemia early
3. evaluate effects of food, exercise medication, and stress
4. provide consistent data for professionals

Question 9

GLUCOMETER SET
C. Step-by-step Procedure

BEFORE THE PROCEDURE:

Answer 9

a. prepare all the materials
b. explain the procedure to the patient
c. ensure proper handwashing and infection control

Question 10

GLUCOMETER SET
C. Step-by-step Procedure

DURING THE PROCEDURE (Overall: 7 steps):

Answer 10

1. Prepare the Glucometer
2. Prepare the Lancing device
3. Prepare the finger
4. Obtain the blood sample
5. Apply blood to the strip
6. Read and interpret results
7. Dispose and clean up

Question 11

GLUCOMETER SET
C. Step-by-step Procedure

DURING THE PROCEDURE
1-4

Answer 11

1. Prepare the Glucometer
   a. turn on glucometer
   b. wait for the meter to show the “apply blood” symbol or signal
2. Prepare the Lancing device
   a. remove cap
   b. insert a new lancet
   c. replace the lancing device cap securely
   d. adjust depth level
   e. cock device until you hear a click
3. Prepare the finger
   a. ask the patient to wash and dry their hands
   b. choose the side of the fingertip
4. Obtain the blood sample
   a. place lancing device against the side of the fingertip
   b. press the trigger to release lancet
   c. gently massage until a small drop of blood form

Question 12

GLUCOMETER SET
C. Step-by-step Procedure

DURING THE PROCEDURE
5-7

Answer 12

5. Apply blood to the strip
   a. bring blood to the edge of the test strip
   b. apply enough blood to fill the strip’s designated area
   c. wait for the meter to process the sample
6. Read and interpret results
   a. not glucose reading
   b. compare to normal or target values
   c. record result, time and any notable factors
7. Dispose and clean up
   a. remove and safely dispose of the usde lancet in a sharps container
   b. discard the used test strip
   c. clean the glucometer if needed
   d. store all parts back in the carrying case

Question 13

D. Key Notes During Procedure

Answer 13

1. always keep in mind infection control
2. use new lancet every time
3. do not tough the reaction area of the strip

Question 14

E. Common Errors

Answer 14

1. Insufficient blood
2. expired strips
3. wet fingers
4. contaminated finger

Question 15

F. Normal Blood Glucose Readings

Answer 15

1. Fasting Blood Glucose (FBG)
   - 70-100 mg/dL
2. Random Blood Glucose
   - less than 140 mg/dL
3. 2 hours after eating (postprandial)
   - less than 140 mg/dL
4. Before meals (preprandial)
   - w/ diabetes: 80-130 mg/dL
   -w/o diabetes: 70-100 mg/dL