Tympanic
Why do you check the lens?
To make sure they're intact
Where do you discard the probe cover?
In the appropriate container
How do you hold it?
Like a pen or pencil
Where do you read the temp?
On the back of the thermometer
Where should it be stored?
Store in patients bedside stand
They are recommended not needed
Where do you insert the thermometer?
Orally, under the tongue
What do you do if hair is in the way?
Push the hair back with another hand
What should you ask the patient to do while taking the temp?
To remain stationary
Where does the thermometer take the temp?
Orally under the tongue
Do you apply pressure?
No
How should a patient breathe when taking the temp?
Through the nose
Where do you place the probe to start?
Gently press covered probe against the center of the forehead
Do not touch what part of the thermometer?
Sensing area
How long should taking the temp take?
3 minutes
How do you hold the thermometer?
Align the handle with the jaw
What do you ask the patient before taking the temp?
If they've eaten, drunk, or smoked in the last 15 minutes
Should you let go of the ON button while taking a temp?
No
Keep the sensor __ and __
Dry, Clean
What temp should you shake the thermometer down to?
96 degrees
When do you remove the thermometer?
When the display reading appears
When you hear the buzzer
What is the direction the thermometer going?
Across the forehead to the hairline, behind the ear and down to the neck
How should you hold this thermometer?
Perpendicular to the forehead of the patient
When do you take out the thermometer?
After the thermometer has registered a temp