What is normal body temperature? What is a fever? Normal body temperature is a range that varies from person to person, by age, and throughout the day. The average normal body temperature is 98.6˚F (37˚C). Fever is defined as a body tempera- ture elevated over an individual’s normal body temperature.
It is important to determine each person’s normal body temperature in order to properly assess whether or not a fever is actually present. This range can easily be determined by tracking temperatures on a consistent basis, using the same ear and measuring at the same time each day.
This ear thermometer converts the ear temperature to an oral equivalent and meets industry standards regarding temperature
This product is not intended as a substitute for consultation with a physician. Contact your physician if you feel an illness is present with or without a fever. A physician should be consulted if any of the following conditions are present:
•Vomiting
•Diarrhea
•Changes in breathing, activity, or appetite
•Irritability, lethargy, or unusual sleepiness
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accuracy. For temperatures between 96.8˚F - 102.2˚F (36.0˚C - 39.0˚C), it is accurate to +/- 0.4°F (+/- 0.2°C). See “Product Specifications” (p.14) for more information.
What is the Fever Alarm?
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The Fever Alarm is a unique feature that will alert a user anytime a temperature reading exceeds 100°F (37.8˚C) with a visual notice on the display (a frowning face) and a double beep audio alert (visual alert only in memory mode). At readings above this temperature it is LIKELY that a fever is present.
Note: A temperature reading at or below 100°F (37.8˚C) does not mean that a fever is not present. Likewise, a temperature above 100°F (37.8˚C) does not guarantee the presence of a fever.
Each individual’s physiology is different and you should monitor your own body temperature to determine your “normal” temperature range in order to determine when a fever is present. Classification of a temperature as a fever also varies by age.
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