Madsen zodiac, Reference Manual

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12.1.2 Running a test sequence
Starting a sequence
1. Select the desired sequence from the Immittance module control panel.
2. Click
Start
to start the selected sequence.
Warning
•
If the patient is troubled by the test, stop the test. The test is interrupted immediately.
Already measured results are kept.
In reflex testing the data collection will be paused before each stimulus above 100 dB HL, and you will
be prompted to continue.
Stopping a sequence
If a leak is detected or the probe is removed from the patient's ear, the sequence stops automatically.
1. Click
Stop
to stop the sequence manually.
2. If needed, perform supplementary measurements. You can supplement an interrupted sequence by
deselecting the successful part and then restart the sequence testing.
12.2 Quick Check testing
You can perform Tympanometry and Reflex Screening as a Quick Check test from the Tymp + Reflex Screening screen.
Note
•
The safety intensity level cannot be exceeded in screening mode.
Preparing for testing
1. Do as described in
Preparing for testing
►
36
.
2. Launch the Immittance module with the Tymp + Reflex Screening screen selected.
3. Ask the patient to sit very still and quiet during the test, without moving head or jaw.
4. If needed, toggle the Ear Selector to select the ear on which you wish to start the test.
5. Load a test setting configured for Quick Check testing of patients in the relevant age group.
Procedure
1. To prepare the probe for Quick Check testing, press the
Start
button on the probe or shoulder pad before you insert
it into the ear canal of the patient.
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