A generally accepted normal adult range for a rectal temperature is 98.6 degrees to 100.6 degrees Fahrenheit or 37 degrees to 38.1 degrees Celsius.
Baby: Normal rectal temperature is 100.2 degrees Fahrenheit or less (37.9 degrees Celsius or less)*.
*These are the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended ranges. It is suggested that you discuss this with your baby's health care provider.
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Yes, They do it on the elderly all the time.
Rectal temperature is much less influenced by other factors.
The normal rectal temperature for a dog is between 100.5F and 102.5F.
The normal rectal temperature for dogs is between 100.5F and 102.5F.
The average normal oral temperature for adults is around 36.8 degrees Celsius.
The normal range for a dog's rectal temperature is between 100.5F and 102.5F.
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.
Yes, while taking rectal temp, pressure may be applied on the vagus nerve. This could drop both heart rate and blood pressure
The normal rectal temperature is 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit, or 35..7 degrees Celsius. However, a wide range of normal human body temperatures have been observed.
Rectal thermometers may be used on adults safely at any time for any reason.
37.5ᵒ C (as in adults). If you mean young goats (kids) then a couple of degrees warmer.