Lo que se necesita para comenzar
Pump
Touch screen pump connects tubing to a small patch called an infusion set that attaches to the body.
Cartridge
Tubed insulin pumps contain a plastic reservoir that is manually filled with insulin and locked into the pump.
Infusion Set
An infusion set contains the thin plastic tubing that delivers insulin from the pump to the body.
Controller
Compatible smartphone can be used to view and control insulin delivery using the t:connect app.
Ver y Aprender
Intro to Tandem t:slim X2
How to Fill a Cartridge on the Tandem t:slim X2
Using the Tandem t:slim X2
Detalles del dispositivo
Affordability and Access
$$$$
Widely covered for insulin-dependent type 1 and 2. Supplies and pump provided by DME. Price range; $0-$4000 to start and $0-$300/Month.
Data Monitoring Options
Yes
t:connect mobile app wirelessly uploads cloud-based t:connect web application delivering access to recent patient data.
Data View Options
Yes
Data is viewed on the pump's main screen and/or on a smartphone with the t:connect mobile app (available for both iOS and Android devices).
Duration and Storage
3 Days
Pump can be worn for up to 72 hours and works between 40°F - 99°F
Vision / Auditory / Dexterity
NO text to speech
YES vibration alerts
A LOT of dexterity needed
Consideraciones del paciente
Confort
Smallest tubed pump. Small patch called an infusion set consists of a complete tubing system that attaches to the body. Tubed pumps have the most infusion sets to pick from.
Estilo de Vida Activo
Exercise mode. Optional settings for exercise to adjust treatment ranges for activity with the press of a button. Pump is not waterproof.
Evitar los Altibajos
Precise dosing. Pumps allow different amounts of basal insulin at different times of day and very precise dosing.
Fácil de Usar
Rechargeable. Pump has a touch screen display and rechargeable battery.
Fácil Dosificación de Insulina
Customizable dosing. Bolus calculator available to help figure out doses. Offers smallest increments of basal insulin delivery. Basal in 0.001 increments, bolus in 0.01 increments.
Menos Pinchazos en Los Dedos
Frequent finger-sticks are required.
Privacidad
Discreet. Smallest tubed pump with visible tubing. Ability to bolus directly on a compatible smartphone. Can be clipped to clothing or placed in a pocket to be discreet when needed. Touchscreen of pump looks like normal tech device.
Combinaciones relacionadas
Meter & Pump
Medidor & Tandem
La bomba tándem te permite administrar bolos directamente desde un teléfono inteligente compatible con iOS o Android, es recargable, tiene una pantalla táctil y se puede actualizar en la computadora de tu hogar.
Sensor & Pump
Freestyle Libre 2 & Tandem
Estos dispositivos no se conectan, pero cada uno tiene sus méritos. El Freestyle Libre es pequeño y el Tandem es moderno con la capacidad de administrar bolos directamente en un teléfono inteligente compatible.
Sensor & Pump
Dexcom G6 & Tandem
El Tandem y Dexcom G6 se pueden conectar para que tengas una cosa menos que cargar. Además, Tandem tiene un programa llamado Control IQ que trabaja con el Dexcom G6 para reducir tu nivel basal cuando espera un nivel bajo o aumentar tu nivel basal cuando espera un nivel alto de azúcar en la sangre. Control IQ también da dosis de corrección automáticas cuando es necesario.