Digital Ear Thermometer

Description

Digital Ear Thermometer

An inexpensive, easy to use Digital Ear Thermometer.

Battery operated

The tympanic thermometer uses infra-red light to detect thermal radiation. It is designed for intermittent use, offering a one-off digital reading. It is non-invasive, hygienic, simple to use, comfortable for the patient and quick to register. Poor technique can lead to inaccurate temperature measurements.

Care should be taken when using a tympanic thermometer. Temperature differences between the opening of the ear canal and the tympanic membrane can be as much as 2.8°C. The thermometer probe should be gently placed in the ear canal and allowed to fit snugly. This will prevent ambient air at the opening of the ear canal from entering it, resulting in a false low-temperature measurement. Don’t rush placement of the device.

Other causes of abnormal readings include a dirty or cracked lens, improper technique, incorrect installation of the probe cover and short time intervals (less than 2-3 minutes) between consecutive temperature measurements. Ear Wax can give a slightly lower reading but not enough to affect treatment.

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