To Accurately Measure the Rectal Temperature in an Adult,the Nurse

question 38

Multiple Choice

To accurately measure the rectal temperature in an adult,the nurse would:

• A)use a lubricated blunt-tip thermometer.
• B)insert the thermometer 5 to 7.5 cm (2 to 3 in. )into the rectum.
• C)leave the thermometer in place for up to 8 minutes if the patient is febrile.
• D)wait for 2 to 3 minutes if the patient has recently smoked a cigarette.

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