You Take Your Temperature with a Thermometer Three Times Over

question 12

Multiple Choice

You take your temperature with a thermometer three times over a 20-minute period and observe the following measurements: 98,106,and 89 degrees.You should conclude that the _____ of the thermometer is _____.

• A) validity;high
• B) validity;low
• C) reliability;high
• D) reliability;low

Analyze the impact of community health nursing interventions on public health issues.

Understand the role of community health nurses in epidemiology and public health.

Identify the core competencies required for effective community health nursing.

Understand the importance of knowledge in family theory, group dynamics, cultural diversity, and communication in community nursing.

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Definitions:

Enlarged Tonsils

A condition where the tonsils are larger than normal, often leading to breathing difficulties, frequent infections, or other throat-related issues.

Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep.

Frequent Streptococcal

Typically referring to repeated infections caused by Streptococcus bacteria, which can lead to various health issues, including sore throat, fever, and scarlet fever.

Night Terrors

Partial awakenings from NREM stage 3 sleep