Chapter 31 Taking a Temperature Flashcardizz Homework 2025

Front

Which of these sites is used when taking the temperature of a 2 year old? Oral, Rectal, Axillary, Tympanic

Back

Rectal

Front

The Tympanic temperature is 99.2F. This reading is

Back

Abnormal

Front

The axillary temperature is taken in the

Back

armpit

Front

The tympanic temperature is taken

Back

In the ear

Front

The rectal temperature requires

Back

lubricant

Front

How should you position a person for rectal temperature measurement? Options: supine, left semi prone, left side lying, right semi prone

Back

left semi prone

Front

What is the normal range for an oral temperature? A. 96.6° to 98.6°F B. 97.6° to 99.6°F C. 98.6° to 100.6°F D. 99.6° to 101.6°F

Back

97.6 to 99.6 F

Front

Which site for temperature measurement can be dangerous for persons with heart disease?

Back

Rectal

Front

Which of the following are best to use for a patient with Dementia or confusion when taking a temperature?
Options: Oral and Tympanic, Tympanic and Rectal, Oral and Temporal, Tympanic and Temporal

Back

Tympanic and Temporal

Front

What direction is the ear pulled when taking a tympanic temperature?

Back

up and back