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Which part of the body is commonly used to measure human body temperature?
Which part of the body is commonly used to measure human body temperature?
- Rectum
- Forehead (correct)
- Under the arm
- Ear
What is the normal range for human body temperature in degrees Celsius?
What is the normal range for human body temperature in degrees Celsius?
- 36.5-37.5 °C (correct)
- 35.5-36.5 °C
- 37.5-38.5 °C
- 38.5-39.5 °C
What factors can influence human body temperature?
What factors can influence human body temperature?
- Sex and age
- Time of day and exertion level
- Health status and emotions
- All of the above (correct)
What is the term for the homeostatic function that keeps body temperature in the normal range?
What is the term for the homeostatic function that keeps body temperature in the normal range?
Which of the following is NOT a method of measuring human body temperature?
Which of the following is NOT a method of measuring human body temperature?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence human body temperature?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence human body temperature?
Which method of measuring human body temperature is considered the most accurate?
Which method of measuring human body temperature is considered the most accurate?
Which part of the body is NOT commonly used to measure human body temperature?
Which part of the body is NOT commonly used to measure human body temperature?
What is the term for the function that adjusts body temperature to keep it in the normal range?
What is the term for the function that adjusts body temperature to keep it in the normal range?
Flashcards
Normal body temperature range (Celsius)
Normal body temperature range (Celsius)
The typical temperature range for a healthy human body, measured in degrees Celsius.
Thermoregulation
Thermoregulation
The body's process of maintaining a constant internal temperature.
Body temperature measurement methods
Body temperature measurement methods
Various ways to measure body temperature, such as oral, rectal, and forehead.
Rectal temperature
Rectal temperature
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Factors influencing body temperature
Factors influencing body temperature
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Common body temperature measurement site
Common body temperature measurement site
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Incorrect Body Temperature Measurement
Incorrect Body Temperature Measurement
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Factors that don't impact temp
Factors that don't impact temp
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Measurement Site to avoid
Measurement Site to avoid
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Study Notes
Human Body Temperature
- The oral cavity (mouth) is commonly used to measure human body temperature.
- The normal range for human body temperature is between 36.5°C to 37.5°C.
- Factors that can influence human body temperature include exercise, emotions, and environmental temperature.
- The homeostatic function that keeps body temperature in the normal range is thermoregulation.
- Measuring body temperature through the eyes is NOT a method of measuring human body temperature.
- The consumption of spicy food does NOT influence human body temperature.
- Measuring body temperature through the rectum (rectal measurement) is considered the most accurate method.
- The soles of the feet are NOT commonly used to measure human body temperature.
- The term for the function that adjusts body temperature to keep it in the normal range is thermoregulation.
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Test your knowledge on human body temperature with this quiz! Learn about the normal temperature range, factors that affect body temperature, and more. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand this important aspect of human health.
