Clinical procedures/ Body Temperature

What is the primary advantage of using a tympanic thermometer?

• Slow and unreliable temperature readings.

• Only suitable for infants.

• Requires frequent calibration.

• Quick and accurate temperature readings.

What is the normal range for oral body temperature?

• 97.6°F to 99.6°F (36.4°C to 37.2°C)

• 99.0°F to 101.0°F (37.2°C to 38.3°C)

• 98.0°F to 100.0°F (36.7°C to 37.8°C)

• 95.0°F to 97.0°F (35.0°C to 36.1°C)

• Oral temperature

• Tympanic

• Axillary

• Tympanic temperature

• Axillary Temperature

• Oral Temperature

What factors can affect body temperature readings in different methods?

• Measurement method, time of day, physical activity, food/drink intake, environmental conditions, individual variations.

• Weather patterns

• Type of clothing worn

• Age of the individual

• Tympanic

• Oral

• Axillary

What is a common disadvantage of using oral thermometers?

• They are not suitable for children.

• They can be affected by recent food or drink intake.

• They provide readings too slowly.

• They are the least accurate method available.