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[[File:Glucometer.png|right|frame|Glucometer]]
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[[File:GlucoseReading.png|right|frame|Taking a Blood Glucose Reading]]
[[File:Glucometer.png|right|frame|Glucometer]]<br />
[[File:Activities.png|right|frame|Activity Icons]]
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<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;"><br />Overview</h3>
A glucometer can be added to the GrandCare System to record blood glucose readings.<br />
With the glucometer, your loved one can take a blood glucose reading, which will be recorded automatically in the GrandCare system. The process operates completely wirelessly. Caregivers can log in to see the blood glucose readings, and to set up rules, for example to alert caregivers when a reading has been taken, or to remind the loved one if a reading hasn't been taken at the expected time.<br /><br />
The glucometer is battery-operated and Bluetooth-enabled to communicate wirelessly with the system.<br />  


<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Supported Model</h3>
Caregivers can log onto the [[Online Care Portal|Online Care Portal]] to view [[Reports|Health Reports]] and to set up custom [[Wellness Notifications and Acknowledgements|Wellness Notifications and Acknowledgements]].<br />
There is one particular model of glucometer that can be integrated with a GrandCare system, the MyGlucoHealth brand wireless meter. It requires MyGlucoHealth test strips, a lancing device, and sterile lancets. The meter is battery-operated, and communicates with the system wirelessly via Bluetooth. As part of the installation process, a [[Bluetooth Antenna Configuration|Bluetooth antenna will be installed]], and the [[Add a Glucometer|glucometer will be paired with your system]], so that the signals are picked up properly. It will also be assigned to the resident(s) who will be using it, so that readings will be recorded for the correct person. This is typically done for you by your GrandCare installer.<br /><br />


<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Taking a Reading</h3>
Residents can view their Health Readings by using the [[Wellness|Wellness Button]] on the Touchscreen.<br />  
The glucometer comes with complete directions for initializing the device, using it safely and correctly, and taking an accurate reading, which your loved one should follow. Some of the key points include:
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* With the glucometer off, insert a new MyGlucoHealth test strip into the device, which will turn on automatically and display its code
* Use the up and down arrows to select an Activity (tiny icons on the left side of the glucometer's display screen - see the Activity Icons pictured here) that corresponds to your current situation
* Press the Power button once, to make a small image of the test strip appear on the display screen
* Lance your fingertip and apply the blood to the test strip, following the directions included with the meter
* When the blood glucose reading apperas on the meter's display screen, press the Down Arrow button once, to send the reading to the GrandCare system<br /><br />


<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Assigning the Reading</h3>
[[File:Glucometer-arrow.png|left|frame|Use the "Down Arrow" to Upload readings]]<br />
In rare cases, a glucometer will be shared by multiple residents. In that case, when a reading is taken, it must be assigned to the appropriate resident. To assign a reading:
==Taking a Blood Glucose Reading==
* At the Touchscreen Main Menu, press the "Caregiving" button
Follow all manufacturer-provided directions for setting up and using the glucometer, including battery installation, taking accurate readings, and device care.<br />
* Enter the 4-digit System PIN number (which is set, and can be viewed, on the Advanced Settings screen in the [[Care Menu|Care Menu]].)
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* Press the "Assign Reading" button
:<big>'''<i class="fa fa-cloud-upload"></i> Uploading a Reading'''</big>
* There may be more than one unassigned reading on the system. The first will be displayed. Press the "Select Resident" button
:'''When the blood glucose reading appears on the meter's display screen, press the "Down Arrow" button once to send the reading to the system.'''<br />
* Select the appropriate resident, then press the "OK" button
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* If there are additional readings to be assigned, the next one will appear, otherwise the screen will show that there are no more readings to be assigned<br /><br />
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:<big>'''<i class="fa fa-cloud-upload"></i> Uploading Multiple Readings'''</big>
:If the resident has been away from home - on vacation, for example  - and has taken numerous glucometer readings while away, you can upload all the readings at once by following these steps:<br />
:#Make sure the glucometer is off (in a powered-down state).
:#While the glucometer is off, press the Down Arrow button once. This will upload all the readings currently stored on the glucometer<br />
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<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Viewing the Readings on the Touchscreen</h3>
'''All glucometers require their manufacturer recommended test strips, lancing device, and sterile lancets.'''<br />
To view assigned readings at the Touchscreen:
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* At the Main Menu, press the "Wellness" button
==Adding a Glucometer to the GrandCare System==
* Press the button for the appropriate resident
All [[Wellness Devices|Wellness Devices]] require a [[Bluetooth Antenna|Bluetooth Antenna]] to communicate with the Touchscreen. These devices can be added through the [[Setup Wizard|Setup Wizard]] on the Touchscreen, or manually through the [[Online Care Portal|Online Care Portal]].<br />
* If the Resident has a personal PIN (which is set, and can be viewed, on the Edit Loved Ones screen in the [[Care Menu|Care Menu]]) it may be required now
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* Press the "Glucometer" button
:<big>'''Through the Touchscreen Setup Wizard'''</big>
* Readings for the current month will display - press the arrow buttons to navigate to other months<br /><br />
:The first time you turn on a new GrandCare System, the [[Setup Wizard|Setup Wizard]] will start automatically and guide you through setting up your [[Wellness Devices|Wellness Devices]].<br />'''This is the easiest way to add devices''', as the system will guide you through the setup process step-by-step.<br /><br />
:If you are adding a device to an already configured system, see the [[Setup Wizard|Setup Wizard]] page for instructions on re-starting the Wizard.<br />
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[[File:GlucoseRuleCondition.png|right|frame|Define a Rule Condition]]
:<big>'''Manually Through the Care Portal'''</big>
[[File:GlucoseRuleAction.png|right|frame|Define a Rule Action]]
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<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Viewing the Readings Remotely</h3>
:# Log into the [[Online Care Portal|Online Care Portal]] and open the [[Care Menu|Care Menu]].
Caregivers can view blood glucose readings from any Internet-connected computer. To view readings:
:# Click the "Wellness" button.
* [[Logging In|Log in to GCManage]]
:# Under Wellness Devices, click "Add New Device".
* Open the [[Care Menu|Care Menu]]
:# Enter a name for the device to identify it.
* Open the Wellness module
:# Select the proper device type and model.<br />When finished click "Next" to continue.
* In the Wellness People area, click the Glucometer icon for the appropriate resident
:# Enter the device '''Serial Number''' (found on a sticker on the bottom of the device).
* Readings for the current month will display - press the arrow buttons to navigate to other months<br /><br />
:# Click the "Finish" button.
 
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<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Printing the Readings</h3>
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You can print a list of the readings from the Account Dashboard. To generate a printable report, see the [[Health Reports|Health Reports help page]].<br /><br />
:<big>'''Manually Pairing the MGH-BT1/MGH-1 Glucometer'''</big>
 
:The MGH-BT1/MGH-1 Glucometer requires an additional step to complete pairing of the device.
<h3 style="display: inline-block; background:#ffffff; font-weight:bold; border-bottom:2px solid #6093cc; text-align:left; color:#000; padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Setting Rules</h3>
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You can set up rules to alert caregivers when a reading is taken, or if a scheduled reading is not taken. To add a rule:
:# At the touchscreen, touch the [[Settings Button|<big><i class="fa fa-gear"></i></big> Settings Button]].
* [[Logging In|Log in to GCManage]]
:# Enter the [[Touchscreen PINs|System PIN]].
* Open the [[Care Menu|Care Menu]]
:# Touch the "Devices" button.
* Click the "Wellness" button
:# Select the glucometer in the Devices list - the Glucometer Details Screen will appear.
* In the Wellness Rules section, click the "Add New Rule" button<br /><br />
:# Touch the "Pair Device" button.
 
:# Follow the directions on the screen: Press the up arrow on the device, wait for its code to appear on its display, and then press the "Start Pairing" button.
There are two parts to each rule, a condition and an action. On the first screen, choose the condition. Your rule can be triggered:
:# Wait while it pairs - you will see a "Success message" when pairing is complete. There will be a Bluetooth ID number assigned to the glucometer. (You may need to refresh the screen to see the assigned Bluetooth ID.)<br />
* Whenever a blood glucose reading is taken
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* If a blood glucose reading isn't taken between a particular time range
==Troubleshooting==
* If a blood glucose reading isn't taken all day<br /><br />
If you are having trouble adding the glucometer to the system:
 
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Once you have defined the condition, you need to set the action. Possible actions include contacting a single caregiver, all caregivers, or a [[Call List|Call List]]. The types of contact include:
:* Make sure you have the [[Bluetooth Antenna|Bluetooth Antenna]] set up correctly.
* Email
:* Make sure you have entered the device Serial Number correctly.
* Text message
:* Make sure that this glucometer is not configured on any other systems in Bluetooth range.
* Phone call to home, work or cell phone
:* If using the MGH-BT1/MGH-1 model, try doing the pairing steps again.
* Phone call to a [[Call List|Call List]]<br /><br />
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Examples of rules might be:
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* If a blood glucose reading is taken, email all caregivers, so they can view the reading
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* If a blood glucose reading isn't taken before noon, text an adult child who can remind the parent
* If a blood glucose reading isn't taken at a set time, phone the loved one with a reminder - only caregivers can receive alerts from rules, but a loved one can easily be [[Caregivers|added as a caregiver]] for this purpose<br /><br />
 
Multiple rules can be triggered for any event, so that multiple types of alerts can be sent out, for example both phone calls and emails.<br /><br />
 
A checkbox next to the rule lets you set whether the rule is enabled or disabled. It might make sense to turn off a rule while your loved one is on vacation, so that alerts won't be sent out during that time. You can disable a rule by unchecking the box. When you're ready for the rule to be active again, just check the Enabled checkbox again, and then save the rule settings.<br /><br />

Latest revision as of 20:23, 8 September 2017

Glucometer



A glucometer can be added to the GrandCare System to record blood glucose readings.
The glucometer is battery-operated and Bluetooth-enabled to communicate wirelessly with the system.

Caregivers can log onto the Online Care Portal to view Health Reports and to set up custom Wellness Notifications and Acknowledgements.

Residents can view their Health Readings by using the Wellness Button on the Touchscreen.

Use the "Down Arrow" to Upload readings


Taking a Blood Glucose Reading

Follow all manufacturer-provided directions for setting up and using the glucometer, including battery installation, taking accurate readings, and device care.

Uploading a Reading
When the blood glucose reading appears on the meter's display screen, press the "Down Arrow" button once to send the reading to the system.



Uploading Multiple Readings
If the resident has been away from home - on vacation, for example - and has taken numerous glucometer readings while away, you can upload all the readings at once by following these steps:
  1. Make sure the glucometer is off (in a powered-down state).
  2. While the glucometer is off, press the Down Arrow button once. This will upload all the readings currently stored on the glucometer


All glucometers require their manufacturer recommended test strips, lancing device, and sterile lancets.

Adding a Glucometer to the GrandCare System

All Wellness Devices require a Bluetooth Antenna to communicate with the Touchscreen. These devices can be added through the Setup Wizard on the Touchscreen, or manually through the Online Care Portal.

Through the Touchscreen Setup Wizard
The first time you turn on a new GrandCare System, the Setup Wizard will start automatically and guide you through setting up your Wellness Devices.
This is the easiest way to add devices, as the system will guide you through the setup process step-by-step.

If you are adding a device to an already configured system, see the Setup Wizard page for instructions on re-starting the Wizard.


Manually Through the Care Portal


  1. Log into the Online Care Portal and open the Care Menu.
  2. Click the "Wellness" button.
  3. Under Wellness Devices, click "Add New Device".
  4. Enter a name for the device to identify it.
  5. Select the proper device type and model.
    When finished click "Next" to continue.
  6. Enter the device Serial Number (found on a sticker on the bottom of the device).
  7. Click the "Finish" button.



Manually Pairing the MGH-BT1/MGH-1 Glucometer
The MGH-BT1/MGH-1 Glucometer requires an additional step to complete pairing of the device.


  1. At the touchscreen, touch the Settings Button.
  2. Enter the System PIN.
  3. Touch the "Devices" button.
  4. Select the glucometer in the Devices list - the Glucometer Details Screen will appear.
  5. Touch the "Pair Device" button.
  6. Follow the directions on the screen: Press the up arrow on the device, wait for its code to appear on its display, and then press the "Start Pairing" button.
  7. Wait while it pairs - you will see a "Success message" when pairing is complete. There will be a Bluetooth ID number assigned to the glucometer. (You may need to refresh the screen to see the assigned Bluetooth ID.)


Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble adding the glucometer to the system:

  • Make sure you have the Bluetooth Antenna set up correctly.
  • Make sure you have entered the device Serial Number correctly.
  • Make sure that this glucometer is not configured on any other systems in Bluetooth range.
  • If using the MGH-BT1/MGH-1 model, try doing the pairing steps again.





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