Take the "Ouch" Out of Diabetic Testing Finger-stick blood glucose testing enables caregivers to quickly and effectively monitor residents with diabetes, but let's face it – it can be a pain (literally). Luckily, the following strategies can help make it a more pleasant process for everyone involved: When choosing a lancet, remember that a higher gauge number means a thinner, and typically less painful, lancet tip. Keep in mind, however, that it might be more difficult to get a large enough blood sample using the thinnest lancets. Test on the side of the finger rather than the pad. There are fewer sensitive nerve endings on the side. Make sure the fingertip is prepped before trying to obtain a blood sample. The fingertip should be warm, not cold. If it's cold, try rubbing or shaking the hand to get blood to the fingertips. If the fingertips are sore following repeated testing, check to see if your meter is approved for alternate-site testing. You might also try switching fingers. Choose a lancet that has linear needle tracking. This feature helps to reduce tissue damage caused by vibrations from the needle. Keep hands moisturized between tests to eliminate the skin hardening that can be caused by repeated finger-sticks. ProMed's exclusive single-use MicroLance PF lancets and CareSens N Blood Glucose Monitoring System are the perfect solutions for your diabetic testing protocol. To learn more, contact your ProMed territory manager, give us a call at (800) 648-5190 or visit us online at promedsupply.com.

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Compliance® MicroLance PF™ lancets have a safe and gentle single-use design. Additional features: Simple three-step operation Linear needle tracking eliminates vibrations and minimizes tissue damage 1.5mm penetration depth minimizes the pain associated with routine finger sticks Reduced activation force required Microlance PF will not activate unless the protective cap is properly removed from the device and positive pressure is applied, preventing misuse and premature firing.

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