The process typically involves the following steps: 1. Preparation: Gather all necessary equipment like a glucose meter, test strips, lancets, and alcohol swabs. 2. Hand Hygiene: Perform hand hygiene to prevent infection. 3. Sample Collection: Use a lancet to prick the side of a fingertip and obtain a drop of blood. 4. Measurement: Apply the blood drop to a test strip and insert it into the glucose meter. 5. Reading: The meter will display the blood glucose level within seconds.
