A Rectal Thermometer Must Be Lubricated Before Insertion to Prevent

question 2

Multiple Choice

A rectal thermometer must be lubricated before insertion to prevent

• A) the transfer of pathogens.
• B) an inaccurate temperature reading.
• C) the thermometer from breaking.
• D) irritation of the rectal mucosa.

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