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4.
Remove the red probe from its holder and secure a disposable cover on it. The probe
pre-heating process begins with the flashing display of
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5.
After a few seconds, the device will beep to signify that the probe is ready for
placement. After the beep, separate the patient‘s buttocks and apply a thin coat of
water-based lubricant for smooth entry of the probe. Insert the probe gently 1 cm
inside the sphincter. Tilt the probe to keep it in place and hold it in position to
ensure tissue contact. During measurement, a ―traveling dash‖
is displayed.
Note that proper placement of the probe is essential to the accuracy of the
measurement.
6.
After 10-15 seconds, a long beep signals the end of the measurement. The result will
be displayed for two minutes or until you initiate a new measurement.
7.
Remove the probe, discard the probe cover and place back in the probe holder. Note
the reading.
If the temperature reading is out of range, the device will beep and flash the
limit that is exceeded. So, if the reading is greater than 109.4°F (43.0°C),
―109.4‖ or ―43.0‖ will flash on the display followed by a sequence of rising
LED‘s. If the reading is less than 86.0°F (30.0°C), ―86.0‖ or ―30.0‖ will flash
on the display followed by a sequence of falling LED‘s.