Welch Allyn ABCs of Braun ThermoScan PRO 4000 & SureTemp Plus 690 & 692 - Quick Reference Guide - Manual (Page 3)

Thermometry FAQ
MC 7720 09/2011
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Evaluate Technique
Oral (All ages)
1. Remove probe with BLUE ejection button from blue probe well to
turn thermometer on.
2. Verify oral mode is selected by observing the flashing head icon and
the word “oral”. Press mode selection to select oral mode if
necessary.
3. Apply probe cover; use only Welch Allyn probe covers.
4. Place probe into sublingual pocket.
Axillary (Adult and Pediatric)
1. Remove probe with BLUE ejection button from blue probe well to
turn thermometer on.
2. Press Mode Selection button to select the appropriate axillary (Adult
or Pediatric) mode.
3. Load a probe cover onto probe.
4. Lift patient’s arm, place probe as high as possible into the axilla in
proper vertical position. This must be performed against bare skin.
5. Place the patient’s arm snugly down around the probe. “Walking”
segments will appear on the screen indicating measurement is in
progress.
Rectal (All ages)
1. Use the RED probe well and probe with the red ejection button.
2. Remove the probe from the probe well to turn the thermometer on.
Observe the icon with the lower half of the body flashing and displays
“Rectal” indicating Rectal Mode.
3. Load the probe cover onto the probe. The use of lubricant is optional.
4. Insertion for an adult should be 5/8” (1.5cm) and less for infants
and children.
5. “Walking” segments appear on the screen, indicating measurement
in progress.