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Why is thermometer kept under tongue while taking temperature?
Thermometers are placed either orally, under the arm pit, or in the anus. They are placed in one of these places to determine the bodies core temperature.
What do you use for temperature under the arm pit?
You can use a regular thermometer probe to take a underarm (axillary) temperature.
Whether the body temperature can be measured by keeping the thermometer at some other place other then the mouth?
Depending on the type of thermometer you have, it can be taken orally, rectally, under the arm, in the ear.
Where is a broken arm often kept?
A broken arm is usually kept in a cast. sling
Where is a broken arm kept?
A broken arm is usually kept in a cast. sling
Can we measure the temperature by keeping the thermometer at some other place than the mouth?
Two other places is under an arm pit or inserted slightly into the anus.
How is temperature taken through an axillary placement?
In axillary placement, the silver tip of the thermometer is placed under the patient's right armpit, with the patient's arm pressing the instrument against the chest. The thermometer should stay in place for six to seven minutes.
Where should you put the thermometer to check your 8 month old baby temperature?
It depends on what kind of thermometer you have. If you are simply looking for a general idea, place a themometer under the arm. You need to hold their arm down - which is usually easier if you can lay them down and give them a fun toy to look at. If accuracy is important, a rectal thermometer is best for infants. In that case, be sure to use a thermometer intended for that use. It usually doesn't bother them, and if you can do it when you do a diaper change... they barely notice you are doing anything unusual.
How would you support the child's emotional needs when taking their temperature?
?be fore taking a child temperature say I'm going to take your temperature ,with a little thermometer,.its go under your arm and it doesn't hurt you.
What would a medieval doctor do if you broke your arm?
Cut your arm off
Where can you get a cast for a broken arm?
From the Doctor.
What are the release dates for The Doctor of the Afternoon Arm - 1916?
The Doctor of the Afternoon Arm - 1916 was released on: USA: 14 April 1916
