📘 Insulin pumps

🚧 What is an insulin pump and how does it work? 🚧 How does the pump deliver insulin continuously? 🚧 Why does the pump mimic normal pancreas secretion? 🚧 What components does a complete pump system have? 🚧 How does the pump calculate insulin doses? 🚧 What is the difference between basal and bolus? 🚧 Can the pump decide doses on its own? 🚧 How does the pump communicate with the CGM sensor? 🚧 What technology does it use for infusion? 🚧 Is the pump an artificial pancreas?

🚧 What insulin pumps are available? 🚧 What is the difference between tubed and patch pumps? 🚧 What advantages does Medtronic have over other brands? 🚧 How does the tubeless Omnipod system work? 🚧 What does the Tandem t:slim X2 pump offer? 🚧 Which pump integrates best with CGM? 🚧 Are there pumps specifically for young children? 🚧 Which pump is available for free? 🚧 Which system offers the best automated control? 🚧 How do you choose the right pump for you?

🚧 How are initial basal rates calculated? 🚧 What tests do you perform for basal adjustment? 🚧 How do you program different basal profiles? 🚧 What bolus settings do you configure in the pump? 🚧 How do you enter correction factors? 🚧 What is active insulin and how do you calculate it? 🚧 How do you set pump alarms and alerts? 🚧 What parameters do you personalize for yourself? 🚧 How do you save and restore settings? 🚧 When do you modify pump programming?

🚧 What is a hybrid closed-loop system? 🚧 How does the pump automatically adjust doses? 🚧 What predictive system does the algorithm use? 🚧 Can you have 100% automated control? 🚧 When do you manually intervene in the automated system? 🚧 What data does the pump use for decisions? 🚧 How do you learn to trust automation? 🚧 What limitations do current systems have? 🚧 Is closed-loop control better? 🚧 What DIY (Do-It-Yourself) systems exist?

🚧 Where on the body can you place the infusion set? 🚧 How often do you change the infusion set? 🚧 What types of cannulas exist? 🚧 How do you correctly insert the cannula? 🚧 Why do you need to rotate sites? 🚧 What problems can occur at the infusion site? 🚧 How do you recognize a blocked cannula? 🚧 Is cannula insertion painful? 🚧 How do you protect the set from coming loose? 🚧 What do you do if you have adhesive allergy?

🚧 How do you fill the reservoir with insulin? 🚧 How much insulin fits in the reservoir? 🚧 What type of insulin do you use in the pump? 🚧 How often do you change the reservoir? 🚧 How do you avoid air bubbles in the reservoir? 🚧 Can you reuse empty reservoirs? 🚧 What do you do if the insulin gets warm? 🚧 How do you check if insulin has deteriorated? 🚧 Why does insulin sometimes crystallize? 🚧 How do you calculate insulin requirements?

🚧 What is extended bolus and when do you use it? 🚧 How does dual/combination bolus work? 🚧 What are temporary basal rates? 🚧 How do you use the suspend feature? 🚧 What is the exercise mode? 🚧 How do you set reminders and alarms? 🚧 What reports does the pump generate? 🚧 How do you use the bolus calculator? 🚧 What is the delivery limit feature? 🚧 How do you customize pump screens?

🚧 How do you connect the pump to the mobile app? 🚧 Can you control the pump from your phone? 🚧 How do you sync data with the cloud? 🚧 What platforms are compatible? 🚧 Does it work with smartwatches? 🚧 How do you share data with your doctor? 🚧 What remote monitoring systems exist? 🚧 Can you export data for analysis? 🚧 How do you backup pump settings? 🚧 What third-party apps are compatible?

🚧 How do you sleep comfortably with the pump? 🚧 Where do you wear the pump during the day? 🚧 How do you shower or bathe with the pump? 🚧 Can you swim with an insulin pump? 🚧 How do you protect the pump during sports? 🚧 Is the pump visible under clothes? 🚧 How do you explain the pump to others? 🚧 Does the pump interfere with daily activities? 🚧 How do you manage intimacy with the pump? 🚧 What accessories make wearing easier?

🚧 How do you calculate bolus for meals? 🚧 When do you use extended bolus for fats? 🚧 How do you correct hyperglycemia with the pump? 🚧 What do you do when you forget to bolus? 🚧 How do you adjust for physical activity? 🚧 What do you modify when you are sick? 🚧 How do you manage stressful days? 🚧 What do you change during menstrual period? 🚧 How do you adapt doses for travel? 🚧 When do you use temporary basal rates?

🚧 What do you do if the pump breaks down? 🚧 How do you manage occlusion or alarms? 🚧 When do you temporarily disconnect the pump? 🚧 What emergency kit do you keep? 🚧 How do you temporarily switch to pens? 🚧 What do you do during medical investigations? 🚧 How do you manage ketoacidosis with the pump? 🚧 When do you suspend insulin delivery? 🚧 What protocol do you follow during hospitalization? 🚧 How do you communicate with emergency services about the pump?

🚧 Why does the pump give an occlusion alarm? 🚧 What causes delivery errors? 🚧 How do you solve battery problems? 🚧 Why do the buttons get stuck? 🚧 What do you do when the screen doesn't respond? 🚧 How do you handle communication errors? 🚧 Why doesn't the pump connect to CGM? 🚧 What do you check when insulin doesn't lower glucose? 🚧 How do you identify a defective cannula? 🚧 When do you contact technical service?

🚧 How do you prepare for the insulin pump? 🚧 What training is needed before starting? 🚧 How long does adaptation to the pump take? 🚧 How do you learn to trust the pump? 🚧 What realistic expectations should you have? 🚧 Why does it seem more complicated initially? 🚧 How do you manage technical anxiety? 🚧 What support do you have in the first weeks? 🚧 When do you see the full benefits? 🚧 Can you go back to pens if you want?

🚧 How much does an insulin pump cost? 🚧 What conditions for insurance coverage? 🚧 What consumables are needed monthly? 🚧 How do you obtain necessary prescriptions? 🚧 What private insurance covers the pump? 🚧 How much does annual maintenance cost? 🚧 What warranty does the pump have? 🚧 How do you reduce consumable costs? 🚧 Are there assistance programs? 🚧 Is the long-term investment worth it?

🚧 How does the pump improve glycemic control? 🚧 Does the pump reduce glycemic variability? 🚧 What impact does it have on HbA1c? 🚧 Does it reduce hypoglycemia risk? 🚧 Does the pump facilitate meal flexibility? 🚧 Does it improve sleep quality? 🚧 Does it reduce the mental burden of diabetes? 🚧 Does it allow more spontaneity? 🚧 What do studies say about the pump? 🚧 For whom is the pump not recommended?

🚧 How do you travel with the pump by plane? 🚧 What medical documents are needed? 🚧 How do you pass security checks? 🚧 What consumables do you take on a trip? 🚧 How do you manage time zone changes? 🚧 What do you do if the pump breaks down on vacation? 🚧 How do you protect the pump at the beach? 🚧 Does the pump work at altitude? 🚧 What travel insurance is needed? 🚧 Where do you find international technical support?