If youre using a digital stick thermometer there are three options. Rectal measurement taking a rectal measurement is the most reliable way to obtain a core.
Chapter 42 Heat And Cold
Body temperature measurement techniques. Thermometers show body temperature in either degrees fahrenheit f or degrees celsius c. Remove the thermometer and read it. In the united states temperatures are often measured in degrees fahrenheit. Armpit temperature reading may be as much as 1f 06c lower than an oral. How to measurebody temperature correctly 1. The standard in most other countries is degrees celsius.
Use the lips to hold the. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled a suggested video will automatically play next. Oral axillary ie underarm and rectal. Place the thermometer in the. They cannot hold a thermometer safely in their mouth. This method is for infants and small children.
Press the arm against the body. These include the measurement site the reliability of the instrument and user technique pusnik and miklavec 2009. Choosing the right thermometer there are different thermometers to choose from depending on which body area you wish. But there are a few things you can do to get more accurate readings and as a result ensure the best experience from your thermometer. Choose the body part. How the test is performed mouth.
The usual time for which thermometer is kept is 5 minutes. The measurement of core body temperature may seem simple but several issues affect the accuracy of the reading. The first factor to consider when taking a persons temperature is the measurement site. Breathe through the nose. Techniques to measure accurate body temperature formula to calculate accurate body temperature loading. Armpit method the thermometer is placed underarm with the bulb in the center of the armpit.
Taking temperature is a relatively simple procedure. Place the probe under the tongue and close the mouth.
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