Body Temperature and Thermometers

Front

What instrument is used to measure body temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What type of thermometer is described as a high-tech instrument?

Back

Digital clinical thermometer

Front

How long should the mouth be kept closed around the sensor?

Back

1 minute

Front

What should you do after taking the first reading with a digital clinical thermometer?

Back

Take a second reading

Front

What is the purpose of taking an average of the readings?

Back

To get a more reliable result

Front

What type of thermometer allows surface body temperature to be measured?

Back

Liquid crystal strip thermometer

Front

Where can a liquid crystal strip thermometer be used?

Back

On different parts of the body

Front

What is the normal body temperature in degrees Celsius?

Back

37°C

Front

What condition occurs when body temperature drops below 35°C?

Back

Hypothermia

Front

What is a common cause of hypothermia?

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Being in a cold environment