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Temperature taking hints
It is important to know each individual’s normal temperature when
they are well. This is the only way to accurately diagnose a fever. To
determine normal temperature, take multiple readings when healthy.
A child’s normal temperature can be as high as 37.7°C or as low
as 36.1°C. Re-measure with a standard digital thermometer for
confirmation. This unit reads approximately 0.5°C lower than a rectal
digital measurement.
Patient must be inside for 30 minutes before taking a measurement.
Note: Patient and the thermometer should be in the same ambient
temperature for at least 10 minutes.
Always hold the thermometer and the forehead steady when taking a
reading. Do not move the thermometer until you hear the confirmation
beep.
Don’t take a measurement while or immediately after nursing a baby.
Patients should not drink, eat, or be physically active before/while
taking the measurement. Remove hats and wait 10 minutes before
taking a measurement.
Remove dirt or hair from the forehead before taking a measurement.
The presence of fringes may cause higher readings. We recommend
waiting at least 10 minutes after washing the forehead area before
taking a reading.
Always take the temperature exactly as directed. Temperature results
may vary if positioned in the wrong location.
In the following situations it is recommended that three temperatures in
the same location be taken and the highest one taken as the reading:
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