Dual wave bolus
A dual wave bolus is a combination of a normal bolus and a square wave bolus. Programming a dual wave bolus will deliver an imme- diate bolus followed by another bolus delivered evenly over a period of time, from 30 minutes to 8 hours.
➤What is the advantage of the dual wave bolus?
This bolus option is useful for meals that contain both rapidly and slowly absorbed carbohydrates. Example: Fruit and crackers fol- lowed by pasta. This option meets both immediate and extended insulin needs.
Delivering a dual wave bolus
1.From the HOME screen, press ACT. Bolus will be selected. Press ACT.
MiniMed
MAIN MENU
Bolus
Suspend
Basal
2. Set Bolus will be selected. Press ACT.
MiniMed
BOLUS MENU
Set Bolus
Bolus History
Max Bolus
