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and vasoconstriction, and compromises the body's normal immune
function, which includes attacking infections through the blood-
stream. According to research published in the Archives of Medical
Research (
tinyurl.com/
ocoyt5t
), incidence of
SSIs increased signifi-
cantly in mildly
hypothermic patients
who underwent colon
resections.
5. Can warm-
ing also limit
post-op pain?
Patient warming has
not been clinically
proven to reduce post-
op pain. Although
there haven't been
studies that measure
pain quantitatively in
hypothermic patients,
studies have shown
that warmed patients
are more comfortable
and satisfied. It stands
to reason that patients
who aren't shivering in
the PACU can concen-
P A T I E N T W A R M I N G
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Temp-Wifi-TH
The TEMP-WiFI-TH is a device that measures the temperature
and humidity of an environment in which it's situated and
transmits data to a PC via WiFi. The data logging sensor
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intervals to your computer. This gadget makes monitoring
data in other locations simple and convenient. The TEMP-
WiFi-TH is a durable device that is rechargeable and comes
with a USB providing the software needed for installation.
Temp-Wifi-TP
The TEMP-WiFi-TP sensor measures the temperature of the environment in which the
probe is situated., like the warming cabinet above. Data is transmitted wirelessly via
a WiFi network to a PC and viewed using the included software. With this tool, staff
can monitor the temperature of cleaning baths and liquid disinfectants in real time
by viewing the large, easy to read display. Meanwhile, department management can
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compliance with device manufacturer IFU's and be able to prove it with simple to
produce reports and graphs.
Monitor and Manage
Temperature Wirelessly
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