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Which type of thermometer generally provides the most accurate measurement of core body temperature?
Which type of thermometer generally provides the most accurate measurement of core body temperature?
- Forehead thermometer
- Oral thermometer
- Ear thermometer
- Rectal thermometer (correct)
What is the normal range of body temperature per day?
What is the normal range of body temperature per day?
- 37.0ºC to 38.0ºC
- 35.5ºC to 36.5ºC
- 36.3ºC to 37.3ºC (correct)
- 36.5ºC to 37.5ºC
What is the most common cause of a fever?
What is the most common cause of a fever?
- Injury
- Allergy
- Infection (correct)
- Dehydration
Which group of people generally have lower body temperature than younger people?
Which group of people generally have lower body temperature than younger people?
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Which time of the day can body temperature vary depending on how active you are?
Which time of the day can body temperature vary depending on how active you are?
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What is traditionally considered the average body temperature?
What is traditionally considered the average body temperature?
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Which of the following symptoms may accompany a fever?
Which of the following symptoms may accompany a fever?
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When should immediate medical care be sought for a high-grade fever?
When should immediate medical care be sought for a high-grade fever?
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What is acute fever defined as?
What is acute fever defined as?
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What can typical fever patterns help diagnose?
What can typical fever patterns help diagnose?
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