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Why is rectal temp higher than oral temp?
Rectal temperature is much less influenced by other factors.
Is rectal temp 101.0 normal?
no
Do you subtract a degree from rectal temperature?
No. You only add a degree when taking a axial (under the arm) temp. This is because the axial temp is taken externally, so it only gives a close approximation of the body's internal temperature. Since oral temps are taken from inside the mouth, they give you the accurate internal body temperature without having to add anything.
Can you take an adults rectal temp?
Yes, They do it on the elderly all the time.
Can slow down the heart rate when taking a rectal temp?
Yes, while taking rectal temp, pressure may be applied on the vagus nerve. This could drop both heart rate and blood pressure
What temperature is maintained in the core organs by mammals?
Different mammals diff. temps dolphin won't have the same as a human. But usually if you take a rectal temp it will be close to that to maybe 2 degrees warmer humans average 98.6 temp in the mouth to to 2 degrees warmer rectal and possibly 2 more around the heart. My temp on average 99.8
What is a good temperature for kids?
Same as any other person, 98.6 of course some people have different temperatures normally, if u are within a degree or two dont worry especially if u did the temperature under the arm. the temp under the tongue is more accurate and the most accurate temp is rectal. of course doing a rectal temp is a little overboard.
What is the rectal temperature of a three toed sloth?
The average rectal temperature of a three toed sloth is usually between 28 Celsius and 32 Celsius (If you take the temp for week). "I tried to take my sloth's rectal temperature but I lost my thermometer and got my hand dirty."
What are the contraindications of rectal temperature?
This method for assessing temperature has long been considered more accurate than other methods. The problem with that rationale is that insertion into feces can actually provide an inaccurate reading. Not to mention that the risk for tearing the sensitive tissue at the anus, or for inserting the thermometer too far, causing a rectal perforation, diminishes the value of the accuracy argument anyway. This method is particularly contraindicated in newborns < 1 month; patients with diarrhea, hemorrhoids, or recent rectal surgery.
What is rectal sparing?
rectal sparing
What is the temperature difference at rectal oral and under the arms?
Rectal is usually .5c above oral, with under arms being .5c below oral Remember 37C is just an average for oral temp and can change through out the day as well
101.9 too high of a temp?
It depends on the age of the person with a temp. If it is an infant 0-3 months then a rectal temp over 100.2 needs medical attention. Rectal temps of 102.0 in babies is need for a call to the pediatrician. Otherwise, it's not always wise to reduce a fever since it's a natural occurence used by our body to fight viral and bacterial happenings. If this fever persists for 3 days, then see a doctor. Otherwise, it's not too high, just uncomfortable --- as always bedrest and fluids are essential! It depends on the age of the person with a temp. If it is an infant 0-3 months then a rectal temp over 100.2 needs medical attention. Rectal temps of 102.0 in babies is need for a call to the pediatrician. Otherwise, it's not always wise to reduce a fever since it's a natural occurence used by our body to fight viral and bacterial happenings. If this fever persists for 3 days, then see a doctor. Otherwise, it's not too high, just uncomfortable --- as always bedrest and fluids are essential!
