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5. The monitor will give a beep as the temperature measurement is complete. The
temperature reading is shown continuously.
6. Withdraw the probe from the patient’s armpit when accurate temperature reading is
obtained. Press firmly the ejection button on the top of the probe to eject the probe
cover. Return the probe into the sheath.
Temperature reading displays when final temperature is reached.
9.3.4 Measuring Rectal Temperature
1. Make sure that the rectal probe is connected to the probe connector and the indication
lamp beside the temperature unit lights to indicate that TEMP module properly
operates.
2. Select desired temperature type (the following procedure taking predict mode as an
example) and set TEMP POSITION to RECTAL.
3. Unplug the probe from the probe sheath and insert it into a cover in the probe cover
box. Press the probe handle down firmly until the cover engages with the probe.
4. After probe warmingup is ready, seperate the patient’s buttocks with one hand and
insert the probe 1.5 cm inside the rectum with the other hand. For pediatric patient,
depth of insertion shall be less. Tilt the probe so that it always contacts with patient’s
tissue. Lubricant can be used in rectal mode.
5. The monitor will give a beep as the temperature measurement is complete. The
temperature reading is shown continuously.
6. Withdraw the probe from the patient’s rectum when accurate temperature reading is
obtained. Press firmly the ejection button on the top of the probe to eject the probe
cover. Return the probe into the sheath.
Temperature reading displays when final temperature is reached.
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