Example 2:
Temp Basal for an increased temporary basal rate
Gail has had a cold with a cough for a couple of days. Because she is not feeling well, she tests her blood glucose more frequently. She finds that her blood glucose levels are running above target range before meals and she has needed several correction boluses to keep her blood glucose levels within her normal limits. Gail decides to use the Temporary Basal Rate to increase her basal rate during the day today. As advised by her healthcare professional, she will continue to check her blood glucose more frequently until she is feeling well.
Your turn:
Think of an activity where you might need to use a Temporary Basal Rate.
At what rate is your current basal rate running? ____________
What Temporary Basal Rate would you try using at this time? ___________________
How long will you be active?___________________
What duration will you set for the Temporary Basal Rate?________________
Test your blood glucose before and during activity and several times after as well. What are your blood glucose results?
Pre- activity______________
During activity______________
1hour after activity______________
Several hours after activity______________
What Temporary Basal Rate changes will you make for the next time you try this?
