Nurc 1001 Exam 4 100% Accurate

Temperature: Oral Method - ANSWER -frequent use -place under tongue -keep mouth and lips closed -electronic/digital paper thermometer -Times: depends on thermometer -WAIT 15-30 MIN IF A PERSON EATS, DRINKS, SMOKES, OR CHEWS GUM BEFORE TAKING AN ORAL TEMP. Temperature: Rectal Method - ANSWER -Use when other routes are unsafe -position resident properly -cover with sheath and lubricant -insert about 1/2 inch -stay with resident and hod thermometer in place -Time: depends on thermometer Temperature: Axillary Method - ANSWER -Used when other methods are unsafe or inaccurate -less accurate -place tip (use sheath) in center of underarm -stay with resident -keep arm in place -Time: depends on thermometer Temperature normal range - ANSWER -Oral: 97.6 F- 99.6 F -Rectal: 98.6 F- 100.6 F -Axillary: 96 F- 98.6 F