Question 44 · LEK · Fever
When analyzing measurements of body temperature performed by a patient the family doctor should consider the location where the measurement was performed. Which of the following statements is true?
- A. measurement under the armpit or in the ear is the least reliable.
- B. temperature measured orally is about 0.5°C higher than the basic temperature.
- C. temperature measured rectally is about 0.5°C lower than the basic temperature.
- D. A,B are true.
- E. A,B,C are true.
Hint
Compare each measurement site with core temperature: which sites read higher, which read lower, and which are most technique-dependent?
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