Which of the Following Probes Should Be Selected to Measure

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following probes should be selected to measure rectal body temperature with an electronic thermometer?

• A) Blue-collared probe
• B) Red-collared probe
• C) Pink-collared probe
• D) Green-collared probe

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Definitions:

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A small arachnid parasite that feeds on the blood of mammals, birds, and sometimes amphibians and reptiles, known for transmitting diseases.

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Secondary Ecological Succession

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