Before Inserting a Rectal Thermometer,you Need To

question 41

Multiple Choice

Before inserting a rectal thermometer,you need to:

• A) Clean it with hot water
• B) Lubricate the end of the covered probe
• C) Place it in a probe cover
• D) Clean it with a disinfectant

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Definitions:

Immune System

The body's defense system against infections, diseases, and foreign substances, comprised of various organs, cells, and proteins.

Astrocytes

Star-shaped glial cells in the brain and spinal cord involved in physical support, removal of debris, and transport of nutrients to neurons.

Endoplasmic Reticulum

A membrane-bound organelle in eukaryotic cells involved in protein and lipid synthesis, detoxification, and calcium storage.

Lysosomes

Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles found in animal cells responsible for breaking down waste materials and cellular debris through enzymes.