Which of the Following Questions Should the Medical Assistant Ask

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following questions should the medical assistant ask the patient when taking an oral temperature using a disposable oral strip thermometer?

• A)Have you been sleeping?
• B)Have you been talking?  
• C)Have you been smoking or drinking hot/cold liquids?
• D)Have you been stressed?

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