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1.
Plug the temperature cable's connector into the com port that you programmed for the
TemporalScanner (COM-1 or COM-2).
2.
Place the scanner to the side of the monitor so that it is easily accessible to the patient.
Patient training
The Exergen TemporalScanner Reference Manual contains complete collection instructions as well as
preferred and alternate sites for measurement. Determine the best method of measurement for the patient,
and instruct the patient accordingly.
When prompted, the patient should use the scanner as instructed. The monitor displays the word
"Temperature" and the collected value in Fahrenheit. The monitor then moves onto the next scheduled
activity in the monitoring session.
Prompts for temporal temperature
The monitor prompts for temperature after collecting blood pressure as follows:
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It is now time to take your temperature.
Cue text: Time to take your temperature
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Please take your temperature as instructed.
Cue text: Take temperature as instructed
The patient may skip collecting temperature by pressing the NO key after the temperature prompt.
Patient Instructions
If appropriate, remind the patient to brush hair away from the forehead so the probe can maintain contact
with skin as it slides across the forehead.
1.
When the monitor prompts for temperature, pick up the TemporalScanner and place the probe on
the center of your forehead.
2.
Press and hold the red ON button.
3.
Slowly slide the probe across your forehead to your hairline. Do not go down the side of your face.
4.
Lift the probe and place it on the skin just behind your ear lobe.
5.
Release the button and put the scanner down.
6.
Continue following the prompts to complete your monitoring session.
P.4510EN.01
GENESIS DM CLINICAL GUIDE
12/5/2007
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