Temperature Measurement
Operation
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Accutorr V Operating Instructions
FIGURE 3-23
.Probe Placement for Rectal Temperatures
6.
The monitor beeps when the temperature measurement is complete.
7.
Withdraw the probe from the patient’s rectum.
8.
Press the ejection button on the top of the probe to eject the probe cover.
9.
Return the probe into the sheath.
NOTE:
The tip of the probe should not come in contact with a heat
source(i.e., hands or finger) prior to taking a temperature. If
this happens, allow at least 5 seconds for the tip to cool
before proceeding with the reading.
NOTE:
The thermometer turns itself off about 3 minutes after
turning it on, or when the probe is returned to the probe
sheath. Always store in the sheath for the protection of the
probe and to reset the temperature module.
NOTE:
The thermometer will not take a reading if the patient’s
temperature is less than 6°F (3.3°C) above the ambient
temperature.
