MADSEN Alpha OAE+ Screener User Manual
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Hygienic precautions
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Be sure to follow any established infection control procedures for the setting in which you are working.
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Clean probe body, probe cable and probe plug before each patient or if surface is visibly contaminated.
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Use a sterile alcohol wipe to clean the surfaces and wait until the probe body, probe cable and probe plug are completely dry.
Note: A sterile alcohol wipe typically contains isopropyl alcohol 70%. It is important to have the disinfectant in contact with the surface for the
time specified by the disinfectant manufacturer to ensure its effectiveness.
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Always use new eartips.
4.4
Preparing the patient
Preparing the patient
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Position the patient so that you can easily access the ear to be tested.
2.
Grasp the pinna and gently pull back and slightly away from the patient's head.
3.
Look into the ear canal.
4.
Inspect the ear canal to make sure it is clear of cerumen or debris as this may affect the result of the test.
