The monitoring of blood sugar during sports is very important for diabetes patients, and the following are some of the steps and recommendations for monitoring blood sugar:
Select the right blood sugar machine:
Use accurate and reliable blood sugar and ensure regular calibration.
Determining the timing of monitoring:
Pre-motion: Monitor blood sugar before it starts, to ensure that it is within safe limits. If blood sugar is below normal, carbohydrates should be replenished. In motion: In long-term or high-intensity movements, blood sugar may need to be monitored in the course of the exercise, especially when new or changing the strength of the movement. Post-motion: Monitor blood sugar after exercise, assess the impact of the movement on blood sugar and ensure that it is not too low.
Frequency of monitoring:
The frequency of monitoring depends on the type of activity, duration, strength and individual blood sugar control. Patients with low blood sugar risk may need to be monitored more frequently.
Preparation of monitoring material:
Monitoring tools such as blood sugar, test paper, blood needles, etc. are prepared before the exercise.
Blood extraction methods:
Clean blood extraction, usually with a pointer. The use of blood needles to puncture the skin lightly ensures that the amount of blood taken is sufficient for testing. The droplets are placed on the test paper and are tested according to the instructions of the blood glucose.
Record results:
Blood sugar readings are recorded to track trends in blood sugar and to adjust diets, medicines or sports plans accordingly.
Be safe:
In conducting blood sugar testing, ensure that it operates in a safe environment and avoids testing near or where there is a potential for harm.
Action:
If the blood sugar level is abnormal, measures such as carbohydrates supplementation, drug dosage adjustment or end of exercise are taken on the basis of personal circumstances and the advice of the doctor.
Carrying emergency food:
Fast-acting carbohydrates, such as glucose chips, hard sugar, etc., are carried with them during exercise to be replenished in time when blood sugar is low.
Understanding low blood sugar symptoms:
Even when blood sugar is monitored, the symptoms of low blood sugar are understood so that they can be quickly identified and measures taken.
By following these steps, patients with diabetes can effectively monitor blood sugar during sports, thereby reducing low blood sugar risks and ensuring movement safety.
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