A Tympanic Thermometer

question 24

Multiple Choice

A tympanic thermometer:

• A)shows a digital reading after 30 seconds.
• B)uses an infrared signal to provide an accurate reading within 2 seconds.
• C)is a long glass tube with a small mercury bulb at the end.
• D)is affected by an open mouth, hot or cold drinks, or nose congestion.

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Definitions:

Imposing Mass

A structure or object that is large and impressive in appearance or size.

American Gothic

A painting by Grant Wood from 1930, depicting a farmer and his daughter standing in front of a house, iconic for its portrayal of rural American life.

Grant Wood

An American painter best known for his paintings depicting the rural American Midwest, particularly the painting "American Gothic."

Lancet Window

A tall, narrow window with a pointed arch at the top, commonly found in Gothic architecture.