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WorksheetsClinical procedures/ Body Temperature
Total questions: 7
Worksheet time: 3mins
What is the primary advantage of using a tympanic thermometer?
Slow and unreliable temperature readings.
Only suitable for infants.
Requires frequent calibration.
Quick and accurate temperature readings.
What is the normal range for oral body temperature?
97.6°F to 99.6°F (36.4°C to 37.2°C)
99.0°F to 101.0°F (37.2°C to 38.3°C)
98.0°F to 100.0°F (36.7°C to 37.8°C)
95.0°F to 97.0°F (35.0°C to 36.1°C)
Oral temperature
Tympanic
Axillary
Tympanic temperature
Axillary Temperature
Oral Temperature
What factors can affect body temperature readings in different methods?
Measurement method, time of day, physical activity, food/drink intake, environmental conditions, individual variations.
Weather patterns
Type of clothing worn
Age of the individual
Tympanic
Oral
Axillary
What is a common disadvantage of using oral thermometers?
They are not suitable for children.
They can be affected by recent food or drink intake.
They provide readings too slowly.
They are the least accurate method available.
