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measurement is inherently more accurate than oral measurement, the digital
use special plastic hygiene covers to cover the tip of the thermometer (these
For a rectal measurement of a baby’s temperature proceed as follows:
soluble jelly. Do not use a petroleum jelly.
With one hand separate the baby’s buttocks.With the other hand gently
the rectum. If you detect any resistance stop immediately.
inserted.
Keep the thermometer in place until it beeps four times.
Push the on/off button to switch off the thermometer. (Doing this
extends battery power. The thermometer switches off automatically
Checking the last measured temperature
If you wish to compare temperatures then you can check to see what the
last measured temperature was.This can only be done once before a new
measurement. Push and hold the on/off button for about 3 seconds. The
you release the button this temperature is erased.
Measuring the temperature of older children
covers, we do not recommend using it for oralmeasurements.
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