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oral thermometer rectal thermometer aural thermometer feeling the forehead with your hand
The tastes differ. An oral thermometer has a longer slender end that's inserted (into the mouth), compared to a rectal thermometer that has a short bulbous end inserted (into the rectum). The bulb reduces the chance of tearing the rectal wall, especially in infants. Some digital models have a setting for rectal vs. oral on the unit. The rectal temperature is known to be a little warmer and more accurate to body temperature. If you still have a glass and mercury thermometer, be aware that mercury is a deadly toxin, and consider replacing the thermometer with a digital model.
Oral method: placing a thermometer under the tongue. Axillary method: placing a thermometer in the armpit. Tympanic method: using an ear thermometer to measure temperature in the ear canal. Rectal method: inserting a thermometer into the rectum for a core body temperature reading.
The tastes differ. An oral thermometer has a longer slender end that's inserted (into the mouth), compared to a rectal thermometer that has a short bulbous end inserted (into the rectum). The bulb reduces the chance of tearing the rectal wall, especially in infants. Some digital models have a setting for rectal vs. oral on the unit. The rectal temperature is known to be a little warmer and more accurate to body temperature. If you still have a glass and Mercury thermometer, be aware that mercury is a deadly toxin, and consider replacing the thermometer with a digital model.
Yes, a clinical thermometer can be inserted into the anus to take a rectal temperature. The anus provides an accurate representation of core body temperature, which is important for certain medical situations. It is essential to use proper techniques and lubrication when inserting a thermometer into the anus to prevent injury.
You could use an ear thermometer or a tongue thermometer or a forehead thermometer or a rectal thermometer or even a liver probe im some situations. But to answer the question body temperature is taken whenever someone is thought to be ill as it is generally a noninvasie tool to assist diagnosis.
the rectal body temperature of a rabbit is 37oC-39oC
Yes. Temperature can be taken under the armpit (auxilla region), on the forehead using a thermometer strip (normally used for infants) and rectally using a rectal thermometer.
What kind of thermometer you use to measure the body temperature
A basic instrument is a glass tubed thermometer (either mercury or alcohol). Nowadays, there are likely electronic temperature reading devices used, especially in hospitals, etc.
The temperature of an unconscious person should be taken using a rectal thermometer, as it provides the most accurate core body temperature. Ensure the thermometer is clean and properly lubricated before insertion. Insert it gently about an inch into the rectum and wait for the reading according to the device's instructions. If a rectal thermometer is unavailable, an oral or axillary (underarm) measurement can be taken, but these methods are less reliable.
a fever thermometer, is a thermometer that you can use to check your body temperature.