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types of thermometers

  • electronic

  • digital

  • tympanic (ear)

  • temporal artery (side of head)

  • temperature sensitive tape

  • non-contact infrared thermometers

  • mercury thermometers (not used in hospitals)

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most commonly used type of thermometer in hospitals?

electronic

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when is tympanic temperature usually taken?

in pediatrics

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factors affecting site selection for taking a temperature

  • patient’s age (can they follow directions?)

  • state of consciousness

  • amount of pain

  • presence of other treatments (IV, bandages)

  • health facility policies and procedures

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sites for measuring body temperature

  • oral

  • rectal

  • axillary

  • skin

  • temporal artery

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most common site of measuring body temperature for adults?

oral

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most normal temperature

98.6ºF / 37ºC

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what to keep in mind about body temperature

normal body temperature varies by individual