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What hole to put thermometer in?
To measure body temperature accurately, place the thermometer under the tongue, in the armpit, or rectally. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the specific thermometer you are using.
Why are thermometer placed in armpit in getting body thermometer?
There are four ways to get someones temperature: orally (by mouth), axillary (armpit), rectally or they can stick a thermometer in your ear. Axillary is the least accurate but sometimes is the only way to get a persons temperature.
Where do you insert the mercury thermometer?
You can take your temperature with a mercury thermometer is several places, the most common is in the mouth under the tongue while another place is under the armpit
What instrument is used to measure blood temperature?
A thermometer is used to measure blood temperature. It can be inserted into the mouth, ear, or armpit to obtain the temperature reading.
Where do you hold the thermometer?
To get an accurate reading, hold the thermometer under your tongue, armpit, or in the rectum. These are common places to take temperature readings. Make sure to follow the specific instructions provided with your thermometer for the most accurate results.
Which is other place than mouth where thermometer is kept to measure body temperature?
Armpit
Can you use a rectal thermometer to take a temperature in the armpit?
no
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.
Can body temperature be measured by keeping the thermometer other than the mouth?
Body temperature can also be measured with a thermometer at the armpit i believe.
What hole to put thermometer in?
To measure body temperature accurately, place the thermometer under the tongue, in the armpit, or rectally. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the specific thermometer you are using.
What is a classroom thermometer?
A "classroom thermometer" is a thermometer assigned to be kept in a specific classroom.
Why are thermometer placed in armpit in getting body thermometer?
There are four ways to get someones temperature: orally (by mouth), axillary (armpit), rectally or they can stick a thermometer in your ear. Axillary is the least accurate but sometimes is the only way to get a persons temperature.
Methods of checking body temperature?
Using a Clinical thermometer. Places to check are; - The tongue 2; The armpit The anus Modern technology allows for the use of a 'ray-gun'. It is pointed at the forehead, and reads the body temperature.
What do you call the thermometer that you stick in your ...?
It's called a rectal thermometer. It gives a slightly more accurate reading than when put under your tongue or in your armpit.
Why do you keep a thermometer under the tongue?
Measuring body temperature by keeping thermometer under the tongue is a convenient standardfor measuring one's body temperature. Other places used for keeping the thermometer includethe armpit and the rectum.
How long do you keep a thermometer under your armpit?
You should keep a thermometer under your armpit for about 5 to 10 minutes to ensure an accurate reading. Make sure the thermometer is in direct contact with the skin and that the arm is held snugly against the body to prevent heat loss. After the time is up, check the reading for your body temperature.
Which parts of body temperature can be taken?
under the tongue, armpit, rectum, ear(with a tempanic thermometer)
