Which of the Following Describes the Correct Technique the Nurse

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the correct technique the nurse should use when measuring oral temperature with a mercury thermometer?

• A)Wait for 30 minutes if the patient has ingested hot or cold liquids.
• B)Leave the thermometer in place for 3 to 4 minutes if the patient is afebrile.
• C)Place the thermometer in front of the tongue,and have the patient close his or her lips.
• D)Shake the mercury-in-glass thermometer down to 36.6°C before taking the temperature.

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