How to Insert the Pod's Cannula - Omnipod DASH™ Tutorial
Beginning Insulin Delivery
Once you have applied your Pod, the PDM prompts you to insert the cannula to begin insulin delivery.
If your selected infusion site area is lean, consider the “pinching up method” to ensure successful cannula insertion.
For the pinching up method, place your hand over the Pod and make a wide, gentle pinch around your skin surrounding the viewing window. You will need to hold this position until the cannula is inserted, so make sure you find a comfortable position.
When you are ready, tap “start” on the PDM and then tap “confirm”. Within a few seconds, the virtually pain-free cannula insertion will occur.
The PDM will now ask you to verify that the cannula is inserted properly. Look on the surface of the Pod for the pink slide insert. A light pink square above the viewing window indicates that the cannula is inserted.
Another check is to look for the light blue cannula in the viewing window.
If you were pinching up, release your hand once you’ve verified that the cannula has been inserted.
If the cannula is properly inserted, tap “yes” on the PDM. A green banner notifies you that the Pod set-up is complete.
The Pod and PDM will remind you to check your blood glucose 1.5 hours after insulin delivery begins, to ensure proper insertion and infusion of insulin at the site.
