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The start and stop times of basal rates for this example are:
• 12:00 a.m. (00:00) to 3:00 a.m. (3:00) for basal rate 1
• 3:00 a.m. (3:00) to 7:00 a.m. (7:00) for basal rate 2
• 7:00 a.m. (7:00) to 9:00 p.m. (21:00) for basal rate 3
• 9:00 p.m. (21:00) to 12:00 a.m. (00:00) for basal rate 4
If you need one basal insulin that starts before midnight and
stops after midnight, you need to set up two basal rates.
These basal rates have the same rate but different start and
stop times. For example, in this graph a basal rate is needed
from 9:00 p.m to 3:00 a.m. (21:00 to 3:00) at one rate. Basal
rate 1 always starts at midnight and should be set to end at
3:00 a.m. (3:00). After setting basal rates 2 and 3, rate 4 is
set from 9:00 p.m. (21:00) to midnight at the same rate as
basal rate 1. This gives continuous basal insulin from 9:00 p.m
to 3:00 a.m. (21:00 to 3:00) at one rate.
You cannot set a start time for one basal rate to overlap the next basal rate. The addition of a new basal rate will
erase any basal rates that follow.
For best results, setting or changing your basal rate(s) should be discussed with your healthcare professional.
Your basal settings
You must program your basal settings before you can deliver basal insulin. Keep a written record of your basal
settings.
It is recommended that you set your basal rates with the assistance of your healthcare professional.
If you plan to take off your pump for an extended period of time, i.e. more than a day, set the basal rate to 0.00
U/H. This will ensure that the insulin delivery records in your pump are accurate. Refer to the If you remove your
pump section in the The basics chapter for more information.
Basal programming and delivery
NOTE:
You cannot make changes to your basal rate settings while a percent temp basal is active.
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Basal Rate 1
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Basal Rate 2
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Basal Rate 3
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