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Temperature
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Define Temperature | The balance between heat lost and heat produced by the body |
| Average Oral Temperature | 98.6 F |
| Average Rectal Temperature | 99.6 F |
| Average Axillary Or Groin Temperature | 97.6 F |
| Normal Range Of Oral Temperature | 97.6-99.6 F |
| Normal Range Of Rectal Temperature | 98.6-100.6 |
| Normal Range Of Axillary Or Groin Temperature | 96.8-98.6 |
| Where Are Oral Temperatures Taken | In the mouth, under the tongue towards the patients side of their mouth |
| How Long Do You Take An Oral Temperature | 3 to 5 minutes |
| How Long After Eating, Drinking Or Smoking Should You Wait To Take Oral Temperatures And Why | At least 15 minutes, because it can alter the results of your test |
| Where Are Rectal Temperatures Taken | In the rectum |
| How Long Do You Take A Rectal Temperature | 3-5 minutes |
| Where Are Axillary Temperatures | In the armpit, under the upper arm, the arm is hold close to the body and the thermometer is inserted between the two folds of skin |
| Which Temperature Is Most Accurate Out Of Oral, Axillary And Rectal | Rectal is the most accurate because it is an internal measurement |
| Which Temperature Is Least Accurate Out Of Oral, Axillary And Rectal | Axillary because it is external |
| Where Are Aural Temperatures Taken | In the ear or auditory canal |
| What Is Another Name For Aural Temperature | Tympanic |
| How And Where Are Temporal Temperatures Taken | A special thermometer is passed in a straight line across the forehead, midway between the eyebrows and upper hairline |
| Range Of Temporal Temperature | 98.6-100.6 F |
| Causes Of Increased Body Temperature | Illness, infection, exercise, excitement, and high temperatures in the environment |
| Causes Of Decreased Body Temperature | Starvation or fasting, sleep, decreased muscle activity, mouth breathing, exposure to cold temperatures in the environment, and certain diseases |
| Define Hypothermia | A low body temperature below 95 F |
| Define Fever | Elevated body temperature, usually above 101 F |
| Another Name For Fever | Pyrexia |
| Define Hyperthermia | A condition that occurs when the body temperature exceeds 104 F |
| Why Does OSHA Recommend To Not Use Mercury Thermometers | To avoid the chance of mercury contamination |
| Do You Use Gloves While Taking Someones Temperature | Yes |
| When Should You Wash Your Hands | Before and after each patient |
| What Is A Tympanic Thermometer | Specialized electronic thermometers that record the aural temperature in the ear |
| Why Do You Want To Use Cold Water To Rinse Off A Thermometer | To prevent breakage and to avoid destroying the column of mercury |
| How Long Should A Thermometer Sit In A Disinfectant Liquid | 30 minutes |
| Why Should You Cover Your Thermometer With A Plastic Sheath | Prevent the thermometers from coming into contact with each patients mouth or skin and prevent transmission of germs |
| When Should You Discard The Plastic Sheath Surrounding Your Thermometer | After use with patient |
| Define Homeostasis | A constant state of fluid balance |
| Define Febrile | Fever is present |
| Define Afebrile | There is no fever present |
| What Are 3 Things Heat Is Lost Through | Perspiration, Respiration and Excretion |
| How Is Heat Produced | Metabolism of food, and by muscle and gland activity |
| What Time Of Day Is Your Temperature Usually Lower | In the morning, after the body has rested |
| What Time Of Day Is Your Temperature Usually Higher | Evening, after muscular activity and daily food intake has taken place |
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