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Temperature taking hints
It is important to know each individual’s normal temperature when they are well .
This is the only way to accurately diagnose a fever . Take multiple readings when
healthy to determine normal temperature .
A child’s normal temperature can be as high as 99 .9°F (37 .7 °C) or as low as 97 .0°F
(36 .1°C) . Be sure to note this unit reads up to 1 .0°F (0 .6°C) lower than a rectal digital
measurement because it provides an oral equivalent reading .
Note: The thermometer and Individual being measured should be in the same
ambient temperature for at least 30 minutes to avoid impacts to measurement
accuracy.
ALWAYS hold the thermometer and the forehead steady when taking a reading .
DO NOT move the thermometer until you hear the final beep (unless in silent mode) .
Nursing mothers should not take a temperature measurement on themselves or have
their temperature measured by another individual while or immediatley after nursing
a baby, as nursing can affect body temperature .
Individuals should not drink, eat, or be physically active before/while taking the
measurement . Remove hats and wait 10 minutes before taking a measurement .
Before taking a measurement, remove dirt or hair from the forehead area . Wait 10
minutes after cleaning the forehead before taking a measurement .
ALWAYS take the temperature exactly as directed . Temperature results may vary if
positioned in the wrong location .
In the following situations it is recommended that three temperature measurements
from the same location be taken, and the highest measurement of the three be used
as the reading:
• Newborn infants in the first 100 days since birth .
• Children under three years of age with a compromised immune system and for
whom the presence or absence of fever is critical .
• When the user is learning how to use the thermometer for the first time . (Until he/
she has familiarized himself/herself with the instrument and obtains consistent
readings .)
General precautions:
• Prior to measuring, remove any dirt or sweat from the forehead with a dry cloth .
• Avoid any cooling or warming cloths on the forehead for at least 30 minutes prior
to measurement .
• Remove blankets and pillows away from the head and face prior measurement .
• DO NOT take temperature measurements over scar tissue, open sores, or
abrasions .
• ALWAYS store the thermometer in a dry, clean environment . DO NOT store in
areas with sharp objects that could scratch the sensor . Dirt, debris, and scratches
will impact the accuracy of temperature readings .