Presented in three parts, our CGM program commences with orientation for those people wanting to know more about CGM and the different devices available. For those who have purchased a CGM device, they may continue the series by attending our two-part implementation program.
All three components are offered each month and taught by our education team in a fun, hands-on environment. The three parts are:
Sensor Orientation
A two-hour class for people considering CGM implementation.
This class covers:
- Explanation of CGM
- Benefits & limitations of CGM
- The role of finger stick blood glucose checks
- Available CGM devices
- Features of CGM devices
- Process for CGM purchase & supplies
Sensor 1 – CGM Implementation & Download
The first of two classes for patients who have purchased a CGM and are ready to commence (four hours).
This class covers:
- Explanation of CGM
- Required supplies for each CGM device
- Sensor site choice & site rotation
- Sensor insertion
- Programming individual alert settings (button-pushing)
- Transmitter requirements
- Correct calibration principles
- Graphical features
- Introduction to downloading
- Sensor change requirements
Sensor 2 – CGM Troubleshooting & Glucose Interpretation Principles
This two-hour class completes the second portion of the CGM implementation phase.
This class covers:
- Review of practical situations encountered by participants
- Sensor vs finger stick glucose readings
- Review of sensor set-up screens
- Alarm settings / real life experiences
- Sensor experiences
- Download data & reports
- Glucose interpretation principles (basics)