Preparing the Infusion Site and Inserting the Infusion SetAlways follow the instructions given to you by your doctor or healthcare teamand the instructions for the infusion set you are using.Change your infusion set as frequently as recommended by the manufacturer.Infusion Site SelectionYour doctor or healthcare team will help you select your infusion site areasaccording to a planned rotation pattern. Avoid your waistline, bones, scar tissue,recent infusion sites, bruises, and sores. Choose an infusion site at least one inch(2.5 cm) away from the navel and previous infusion sites.Infusion Site PreparationIt is important to prepare the infusion site properly to reduce the risks of infection.Your doctor or healthcare team will give you infusion site preparation guidelines.Have the following materials ready:• Your ACCU-CHEK Spirit insulin pump• A disinfectant for your skin• A new ACCU-CHEK infusion setFollow the steps below:1. Make sure your pump is correctly set up (including cartridge, adapter andinfusion set) and is programmed with your personal settings.Chapter 2: Getting Started ACCU-CHEK Spirit Insulin Pump56
