I was
so surprised to see how easy the latest device for measuring body temperature
is to use. I can remember arguing with my mom that since my forehead and neck
were warm, there was no sense in sticking that icky tasking, glass thing in my
mouth to confirm a fever. Now all that it takes to get an accurate reading is a
quick roll across the forehead with a temporal artery thermometer!
The
process is the same for infants to adults. It reduces the threat of broken
glass or the transfer of germs from one person to another. Its accuracy is
amazing! Everyday activities like breathing, drinking cold or hot liquids, and
coughing are known to cause inaccurate readings with other thermometers. The
temporal artery thermometer, however, reads the heat released from the skin
above the artery. Outside influences do not interfere with the
measurement.
Several
prominent manufacturers include this type of thermometer in their inventory.
They are available for the medical community and individuals. The price is
higher than that for regular thermometers, but the speed, accuracy, and
convenience offset the amount. Move the instrument across a clear area of the
forehead between the eyebrows and hairline. Any obstruction, even hair, can
cause an inaccurate reading.
I
listened to the kids chattering about how much fun it was to have their
temperature taken at the clinic without having something pushed into their
mouth, under their arm, or other undesirable spots. It is impressive that
someone developed this incredible idea and created a beneficial family-friendly
item to reduce the stress of going to the doctor. This is on my “to buy” list
as the year moves into colds and flu season.
Has
anyone in your family had their temperature taken this way? How do you feel
about its use?
I use a temporal thermometer with my kids at home. I had not heard of such a thing until I had my first son and that is what the pediatrician used. I bought one that day.
ReplyDeleteIt is so amazing! I love the idea of not having to disturb anyone who is sick - just a swipe and it's done. Thanks for sharing your impression.
DeleteI've tried to use this type of thermometer but I think there's a learning curve. I love the idea of it though, very noninvasive
ReplyDeleteLast winter I received a thermometer that takes the temp by sticking it to a forehead. It was designed by Braun for fussy babies. I use it on everyone!
ReplyDeleteI want a thermometer like this. My boys are terrible at keeping them under their tongues.
ReplyDeleteour pediatrician wants rectal temps till the kids are 6.
ReplyDeleteand, um.... that doesn't happen. up to a year, yes. past that? no. honestly, i don't even take temps unless my kids feel HOT!! we do have a temporal thermometer for days with fevers though
I have a temporal thermometer for our kids. It works a lot better than most of the other kinds, and the kids don't hate having to use it.
ReplyDeleteI don't have that type of thermometer. We have the old school one. I'll look into this.
ReplyDeleteI've seen them but haven't used them. We have the quick ear ones but the batteries are so darn expensive.
ReplyDeleteI wish they had these when my kids were younger. This is really nice.
ReplyDeleteWe have one of these. It is so much easier to use!
ReplyDeleteI love the new way to take temperatures. It sure was a lot easier when my daughter was a baby and I needed to take her temperature!
ReplyDeleteWe have one and love it. I couldn't use anything else now.
ReplyDeleteI do have one and it is amazing! I am planning on buying my niece one for her baby shower!
ReplyDeleteI use whatever thermometer I can find! I have such a hard tim e locating one when I need it!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great product. It would have made things much easier when my son was little.
ReplyDeleteI haven't had a thermometer in my home in a long time. My kids don't really get sick. I need to get a new one
ReplyDeleteI've never used this type of thermometer, but it sounds great. Getting kids to sit still for even an ear thermometer can be a hassle sometimes.
ReplyDeleteGreat post. YOu had me laughing all the way.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds awesome! There's nothing like an easy thermometer for a mom.
ReplyDeleteYes I use a thermometer to take temps -easy and safe
ReplyDeleteI've had it done before. Very quick and easy to use
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like an interesting thermometer. I have the old school kind.
ReplyDeleteWe have the old school ones. I'll have to pick one of these up though!
ReplyDeleteI have a behind the ear thermometer. I'm not sure it is that effective!
ReplyDeleteI haven't used one of these, I have a behind the ear, and a under the tongue old school that I haven't used in a very long time. This looks like it could be much better!
ReplyDeleteI bought a temporal artery thermometer after the birth of my first child and I LOVE it. I would never use anything else now.
ReplyDeleteI haven't used one of these before. Definitely sounds like an easier way to take your temperature. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting idea. I had no idea there was a device that could take your temp this way. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI have not tried a temporal thermometer. I think it sounds like a great way to take a temp and not spread germs
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure if we've used this kind before. I don't think we have, but I'm not sure which you mean. Sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteWe have a temporal artery scanner and think it works great. Totally non-invasive!
ReplyDeleteI have one and we love it. Especially my son who hates having his temperature taken.
ReplyDeleteI bought one- or so I thought... it was a knock of and not worth the money! If I found the real one- I would buy it in a heart beat!
ReplyDeleteAll of our dr offices use this kind of thermometer. We don't have one yet though.
ReplyDeleteI use a temporal thermometer with my kids at home. But there was a day I didn't have one and I don't miss those days, LOL.
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