| A | B |
|---|
| Define TEMPERATURE | balance between heat produced and heat lost |
| hypothermia | low body temperature < 95 degrees rectal |
| hyperthermia | high temperature > 104 degrees rectal |
| where do we measure AURAL | in ear |
| where do we measure AXILLARY | under the arm |
| where do we measure RECTAL | in the rectum |
| where do we measure ORAL | in the mouth |
| most common site to measure temperature | oral |
| average temp for oral | 98.6 degrees |
| average temp for rectal | 99.6 degrees |
| average temp for axillary | 97.6 degrees |
| What type of thermometer goes in the EAR? | tympanic |
| rectal temperature | most accurate temperature |
| how long should thermometer be kept in mouth | 3 minutes |
| always use RECTAL temperature | on an infant or small child |
