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Kuppusamy Kamalapathi
on Oct 28, 2024
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A client's axillary temperature is 100.8°F.The nurse realizes this is outside normal range for this client and that axillary temperatures do not reflect core temperature.What should the nurse do to obtain a good estimate of the core temperature?
A) Add 1°F to 100.8°F to obtain an oral equivalent.
B) Add 2°F to 100.8°F to obtain a rectal equivalent.
C) Obtain a rectal temperature reading.
D) Obtain a tympanic membrane reading.
Axillary Temperature
Axillary temperature is a way to measure body temperature by placing a thermometer in the armpit.
Core Temperature
The temperature of the internal environment of the body, which is maintained within a narrow range for optimal physiological functioning.
- Cultivate an ability to discern and evaluate the encompassing aspects of supervising and construing vital signs.
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Learning Objectives
- Cultivate an ability to discern and evaluate the encompassing aspects of supervising and construing vital signs.