Welch Allyn Connex Spot Monitor Directions For Use Manual page 72

66 Patient monitoring
Temperature mode selection
The monitor with the temperature module takes a patient temperature in either
Predictive (Normal) or Direct mode. The default setting is the Predictive mode.
Predictive mode
Predictive mode is a one-time measurement that takes a temperature in approximately
6-15 seconds. Removing the probe from the probe well, loading a probe cover, and
holding the probe tip in place at the measurement site initiates a Predictive mode
measurement. The monitor sounds a tone to indicate the end of a predictive
measurement.
Direct mode
Direct mode provides continual temperature measurements. For oral and rectal
measurements, it is recommended to measure temperature until the temperature
stabilizes or for 3 minutes. For axillary measurements, it is recommended to measure
temperature until the temperature stabilizes or for 5 minutes. The monitor changes to
Direct mode approximately 60 seconds after the probe is removed from the probe well.
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. For rectal measurements, apply
a thin layer of lubricant to probe cover, if necessary, for patient comfort.
Use of excessive lubricant may affect reading accuracy.
CAUTION Inaccurate measurement risk. Patient activities such as
strenuous exercise, ingesting hot or cold liquids, eating, chewing gum or
mints, brushing teeth, or smoking may affect oral temperature
measurements for up to 20 minutes.
CAUTION Inaccurate measurement risk. Always use new probe covers
taken from the monitor's probe cover box holder to ensure accurate
temperature measurements. Probe covers taken from other places or that
haven't stabilized in temperature may result in inaccurate temperature
measurements.
CAUTION Probe covers are disposable, nonsterilized, and single-use.
Probes are also nonsterilized. Do not autoclave probes and probe covers.
Ensure that probe covers are disposed of according to facility requirements
or local regulations.
WARNING Inaccurate measurement risk. To ensure optimal accuracy,
always confirm that the correct mode and site are selected.
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.
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