Exergen TAT-5000 Introduction to Temporal Artery Thermometry, Method, Why the Temporal Artery

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Introduction to Temporal Artery Thermometry

The Method

Temporal artery thermometry (TAT) is a completely new method of temperature assessment, using infrared technology to detect the heat naturally emitting from the skin surface. In addition, and of key importance, the method incorporates a patented arterial heat balance system to automatically account for the effects of ambient temperature on the skin.

This method of temperature assessment has been shown to improve results and reduce costs by non-invasively measuring body temperature with a degree of clinical accuracy unachievable with any other thermometry method.

Temperatures are more reliable than with other methods. Fevers are identified sooner. Treatment can be initiated sooner. We trust you will find temporal artery thermometry is simply a better method.

Why the Temporal Artery

The TAT method was developed in response to the clinical requirements for a truly non-invasive, accurate method of thermometry. Oral thermometry is sub- ject to many artifactual errors; rectal temperature meets with strong resistance from patients, parents, and even many clinicians. Ear thermometers, although convenient, are sensitive to technique. Some brands are known to miss fevers, and it’s difficult to consider the use of an aural thermometer when 95% of pedi- atric visits concern ear infections.

A site for detecting fevers with roots dating back to centuries before Christ, the temporal artery demonstrated the necessary requirements to meet the stringent demands of clinical medicine today: it is easily accessible, contains no mucous membranes, and notably, maintains a relatively constant perfusion rate, ensur- ing the stability of blood flow required for the measurement method.

As a site for temperature measurement, the temporal artery presents many ben- efits: it poses no risk of injury for patient or clinician, eliminates any need for dis- robing or unbundling, and is suitable for all ages.

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Contents TemporalScannerTM ExergenPage Important Safety Instructions Probe Cone Probe Lens Product MapOn Button Introduction Why the Temporal ArteryIntroduction to Temporal Artery Thermometry MethodTable of Contents Scan Before Using, Familiarize Yourself with the InstrumentFamiliarize Yourself with the Instrument Practice Holding Your TemporalScanner Things To Know Before Taking TemperaturesUsing on an Infant Basics of Using the TemporalScanner Using the TemporalScannerUsing the TemporalScanner on a New Mother Using the TemporalScanner on a New MotherTemping Baby in Bassinette, Open Crib, or with Mom Using the TemporalScanner on an InfantFrequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat are the benefits of using temporal artery thermometry? Why not use only the area behind the ear lobe?What is arterial temperature? How does the TemporalScanner compare to our old method?Their solutions Memorable solutions?False low readings Conditions that could affect a readingWhat should I know about the instrument? Disposable Cover OptionsGuidelines for Patient Temperature Assessment Guidelines for Patient Temperature AssessmentNormal Body Temperature BT General Rule of ThumbReferences Threshold Defining Fever Determining a Fever ThresholdThreshold for Fever Workup Primary PointsAn Overview of Temperature Measuring Sites Body Sites for Temperature AssessmentTympanic Membrane and Ear Temperature Reproducibility of Readings Reproducibility in Temperature MeasurementForgotten Physiology Normal TemperatureFever Hot Blood or Cold Blood?Perspiration For Kids Only Places to measure your temperatureCare and Maintenance Care MaintenanceInstructions for Fahrenheit or Celsius Conversion For F/C ConversionNormal body temperature range, otherwise Calibration Verification ProcedureCalibration Verifier Using the Portable BlackbodyPortable Blackbody Repair If repair is required Verifier SpecificationsPage Page Exergen
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