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Test blood sugar with the glucose meter first
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One drop of blood on the strip is all you need
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The meter displays blood sugar, 184 in this case
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Insulin and syringe
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A novel way of gently warming the insulin
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Remove plastic cap from insulin and discard
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Roll between hands to agitate the insulin; never shake.
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The necessary items for insulin injection
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Alcohol wipe and the insulin vial
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Clean the top of the vial before inserting the needle
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Remove the plunger cap from the syringe
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Remove needle cap
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10 units to start
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When inserting the needle into the vial, be sure to aim for the center of the little rubber seal.
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Drawing up the insulin
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Invert the vial to carefully get the right amount
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10 unit mark
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Clean the injection area with an alcohol wipe first
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In she goes!
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Dispose used syringes only in a hazardous waste container
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Be sure to date your insulin after you've opened it!