Product Description - GERATHERM GT-3020 Manuel D'utilisation

product descrIptIon

package contents
1 x Medical thermometer
1 x Protective case
1 x Instructions for use
1 x 1,5V button cell LR41
Display
Measuring tip
(applied part)
Temperature unit °C
(Degrees Celsius)
MeasurIng prIncIple
A temperature-dependent sensor is located in the measuring tip
of the thermometer. Over the duration of the measurement, the
temperature of the measuring tip adapts to the temperature of the
surrounding tissue. Electronics integrated in the thermometer con-
vert the temperature recorded by the sensor into a digital value and
show this as a measured value on the display.
MeasureMent types
There are different temperatures at each measuring point of the body
according to the balance between heat generation, transfer and loss.
We recommend rectal or oral measurement.
rectal measurement - temperature measurement in the anus
Lubricate the measuring tip with suitable lubricant for an easier
insertion. Then carefully insert the measuring tip into the anus
(rectum) between 2 to 3 cm.
oral measurement - temperature measurement in mouth
Place the measuring tip into one of the two heat pockets under
the tongue to the left or right of the root of the tongue. Close your
mouth and breathe evenly through the nose.
axillary measurement - temperature measurement under the
armpit
Dry the armpit with a towel and place the measuring tip in the
armpit. Close the arm tightly.
Warranty
This thermometer has a two-year warranty against defects caused
by the manufacturer from the date of purchase. Please refer to the
notes and information in our guideline on dealing with claims.
Intended purpose
The medical thermometers Geratherm
flex are intended for rectal, oral or axillary body temperature meas-
urement in home and professional healthcare environments to be
operated by adults only.
ON/OFF button
Battery compart-
ment cover
Resolution of 0.1 °C
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Indications
• Suspected fever or elevated body temperature (hyperthermia)
• Suspected decrease in body temperature (hypothermia)
• Monitoring for disease progression with fever (temperature mon-
itoring)
contraindications
The Geratherm
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under the following conditions:
• By users and patients who are mentally or physically incapable
of using the thermometer in accordance with these instructions
for use.
• This thermometer is not intended for measuring basal body
temperature.
patient target group
Within the specified measurement range and measuring types, the
device can be used for all patients irrespective of age, bodyweight
or gender.
Intended user
The device may only be operated by adults or under supervision
of an adult. All persons handling the product should have read the
instructions for use carefully.
precautIons and WarnIngs
Failure to comply with the intended use and a lack of
knowledge on use of the device can lead to incorrect mea-
surement results and misdiagnosis.
• Read the instructions for use completely before using the ther-
mometer for the first time and observe all recommendations
for use as well as the warnings and precautionary measures
contained in the instructions for use.
• Only use the product in accordance with these instructions for use.
• Consider all information on the product and its packaging.
• Only use the product at the intended measuring locations.
• Keep the instructions for use for additional users and future
applications.
using the thermometer is not a substitute for consulting a
doctor.
• Consult your doctor if the fever persists or has a high temper-
ature.
Modifications to the thermometer can lead to injuries to the
patient or to the loss of function of the thermometer.
• Do not modify the device.
• Only use the device when it is intact.
Inaccurate temperature measurements can lead to misdia-
gnoses and incorrect therapies.
• Axillary measurement potentially leads to inaccurate readings.
• More precise measurement results are obtained with rectal and
oral measurements.
• In the case of critical measured values, a rectal or oral control
measurement should be performed.
the thermometer used and the measurement location have
an influence on the measurement result.
• Only compare measured values that were determined at the
same measuring location and with the same thermometer.
Incorrect procedure of temperature measurements can lead
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to false readings and a misdiagnosis.
• Do not take a temperature reading within 30 minutes of exercis-
ing, bathing, eating, drinking or smoking.
• Make sure that the measuring tip is placed in one of the two heat
pockets under the tongue, to the left or right of the root of the
tongue when taking oral temperature.
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