Exergen TEMPORALSCANNER TAT-5000 - Manual (Page 11)

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Using the T
emporal
Scanner
on an Infant
Temping Baby in Bassinette, Open Crib, or with Mom
• Instrument should be in same temperature environment as the
baby for approximately 20 minutes.
• Measurement site must be exposed.
• One measurement, preferably at the TA, is all that is required.
Preferred site is the temporal
artery area. In this case,
behind the ear could be
alternate site, as both are
exposed.
Temporal artery area is
the only option in this
case, as the neck area is
not exposed.
Temperature at the Temporal Artery Area
1) Gently touch probe to center of forehead.
♥ Depress red button and keep depressed.
2) Slide probe over the TA area into hairline.
♥ If more convenient, slide from hairline towards center
of forehead.
3) Release button, remove from head, and record.
Temperature Behind the Ear
1) Gently nestle probe on neck behind the ear.
♥ Depress red button and keep depressed.
2) Maintain skin contact until numbers stop.
3) Release button, remove from head, and record.
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