Which Action Should the Nurse Implement When Taking an Axillary

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which action should the nurse implement when taking an axillary temperature?

• A) Take the temperature through one layer of clothing.
• B) Add a degree to the result when recording the temperature.
• C) Place the tip of the thermometer under the arm in the center of the axilla.
• D) Hold the child's arm away from the body while taking the temperature.

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