Welch Allyn Connex VSM 6000 series Directions For Use Manual page 159

Directions for use Patient monitoring 153
WARNING Patient injury risk. Do not exceed the recommended
temperature measurement durations in Direct mode. Continuous
measurement durations of 3 minutes at the oral and rectal sites and 5
minutes at the axillary site are recommended for accurate measurement.
Do not continuously measure beyond 10 minutes in any mode.
WARNING Patient injury risk. Inaccurate measurement risk. Oral/axillary
probes (blue ejection button at top of probe) and blue removable probe
wells are used for taking oral and axillary temperatures only. Rectal probes
(red ejection button) and red removable probe wells are used for taking
rectal temperatures only. Use of the incorrect removable probe well could
result in patient cross-contamination. Use of the probe at the wrong site
will result in temperature errors.
WARNING Patient injury risk. When taking rectal temperatures, insert the
probe tip a maximum of 5/8 inch (approximately 1.5 cm) inside the rectum
of adults and a maximum of 3/8 inch (approximately 1 cm) inside the
rectum of children to avoid the risk of bowel perforation.
WARNING Inaccurate measurement risk. Always take an axillary
temperature with direct contact between the probe cover and the skin.
Carefully place the probe in the axilla, avoiding contact with other objects or
material.
WARNING Patient injury risk. Always take a temperature measurement
with a Welch Allyn single-use probe cover securely attached. Failure to use
a probe cover can cause patient discomfort from a heated probe, patient
cross-contamination, and inaccurate temperature readings.
WARNING Inaccurate measurement risk. To ensure optimal accuracy,
always confirm that the correct mode and site are selected.
WARNING Never use a damaged temperature probe. The thermometer
consists of high-quality precision parts and should be protected from
severe impact or shock. Do not use the thermometer if you notice any
signs of damage to the probe or monitor. If the thermometer probe is
dropped or damaged, remove it from use and have it inspected by qualified
service personnel.
WARNING Inaccurate measurement risk. Apply a thin layer of lubricant to
probe cover, if necessary, for patient comfort. Use of excessive lubricant
may affect reading accuracy.
WARNING Many environmental variables, including patient physiology and
clinical application, can affect the accuracy and performance of the monitor.
Therefore, you must verify all vital signs information, especially
Temperature, before treating the patient. If there is any question about the
accuracy of a measurement, verify the measurement using another
clinically accepted method. If the thermometer configured with the device
is unavailable for any reason, use a different thermometer.
WARNING Patient injury risk. Always remain with patient while measuring
temperature.