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Blood glucose levels should be between 4-7 mmol/L  \nBlood glucose levels under 4 mmol/L are too low (this is called a ‘hypo’ -see ‘hypo’ information)  \nBlood glucose levels above 7 mmol/L are too high which means your insulin dose may need to go up if this continues (see Insulin Adjustment information)  \nWhy monitor blood glucose levels?  \nIt is important to check your blood glucose so you can make changes to your insulin doses if needed. Watch for patterns of high or low blood glucose levels in your blood glucose diary, Basal Bolus charts or meter download information.  \nIt is important to test your blood glucose before each meal and before bed.  \nIf you are getting high or low blood glucose levels at the same times for three to four days in a row then your insulin dose will need to be changed.  \nIf you test your blood glucose levels regularly and make changes to your insulin doses as needed, you will be at less risk of problems caused by high blood glucose levels. (See Complications of Diabetes information) .  \nRead the blood glucose levels from the meter  \nWrite this in your diary or on the basal bolus chart.  \n• Use warm water and soap to wash your hands. You should not use baby wipes, hand wipes or alcohol hand gel as these could give an incorrect blood glucose measurement. Using warm water will warm the fingers and make blood flow better. Dry hands well.  \n• Put a new lancet into the finger pricker and make sure the lancet prick depth is right for you.  \n• Get the blood glucose meter ready according to the meter instructions.  \n• Check the test strip code and expiry date.  \n• Put the new strip in the blood glucose meter.  \n• Prick the side of the finger as the middle fleshy part contains more nerves. Avoid using the index finger or thumb. Use a different finger each time to stop the skin getting hard.  \n• Gently squeeze the finger to get a drop of blood.  \n• Put the blood on the correct spot of the test strip and make sure you put enough blood on for the meter to start the count down.  \n• Read the blood glucose from the meter and write this t in your diary or Basal Bolus chart.  \n• Remove the used strip from the meter and dispose of in the sharps bin.  \n• Remove the used lancet from the finger pricker and dispose of in the sharps bin.  \nChildren and young people with diabetes in the Coventry and Rugby area are provided with the Freestyle Optium meter or the Freestyle Optium Neo which are the only meters on the market that can test for blood ketones as well as blood glucose. (See Ketone Testing information)  \nPlease contact your diabetes nurse on 024 7696 7230 if you feel that you need help.  \nThe Trust has access to interpreting and translation services. If you need this information in another language or format please contact the department on 024 7696 7230 and we will do our best to meet your needs.  \nThe Trust operates a smoke free policy.  \nDid we get it right?  \nWe would like you to tell us what you think about our services. This helps us make further improvements and recognise members of staff who provide a good service.  \nHave your say. Scan the QR code or visit:  \n[www.uhcw.nhs.uk/feedback](www.uhcw.nhs.uk/feedback)  \nDocument History  \nDepartment: Paediatric Diabetes  \nContact: 27230  \nUpdated: November 2025  \nReview: November 2028  \nVersion: 7  \nReference: HIC/LFT/650/08","cbCaidbx27qf0t8V","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidbx27qf0t8V","pdf",183810,"English","# What is blood glucose?\n## Why monitor blood glucose levels?\n## Read and record blood glucose results\n## How to test (step-by-step)\n## Local meter information and support\n## Feedback and document history","[{\"question\":\"What blood glucose range is recommended for children in this guide?\",\"answer\":\"Blood glucose levels should be between 4–7 mmol/L. Levels under 4 mmol/L are too low (a hypo), and levels above 7 mmol/L are too high.\"},{\"question\":\"When should blood glucose be tested?\",\"answer\":\"Test your blood glucose before each meal and before bed. If high or low readings occur at the same times for three to four days, insulin dose may need to be changed.\"},{\"question\":\"What steps are included for preparing to test?\",\"answer\":\"Wash hands with warm water and soap, avoid baby wipes or alcohol gel, set the correct lancet depth, prepare the meter, check strip code and expiry, then insert a new strip before sampling.\"},{\"question\":\"How should used items be handled and who can provide help?\",\"answer\":\"Dispose of used strips in the appropriate sharps bin and remove and dispose of the used lancet in the sharps bin. Contact the diabetes nurse if you feel you need help.\"}]","Paediatric Diabetes - Blood Glucose Testing - What to Do and How to Test | PDF",1791838398]