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What is the primary method of temperature measurement discussed in the text?
What is the primary method of temperature measurement discussed in the text?
- Rectal temperature measurement
- Oval method (correct)
- Axillary temperature measurement
- Tympanic temperature measurement
Why may the oval method of temperature measurement be inaccurate?
Why may the oval method of temperature measurement be inaccurate?
- Increased airflow around the underarm region
- Poor contact between the thermometer and the skin (correct)
- Insufficient suctions of the thermometer
- Reduced tissue around the underarm region
What can further affect the accuracy of temperature readings in the oval method?
What can further affect the accuracy of temperature readings in the oval method?
- Reduced airflow around the underarm region
- Sufficient contact between the thermometer and the skin
- Increased tissue around the underarm region
- Increased airflow around the underarm region (correct)
What is a potential consequence of inadequate contact between the thermometer and the skin?
What is a potential consequence of inadequate contact between the thermometer and the skin?
Why may the oval method be challenging in certain individuals?
Why may the oval method be challenging in certain individuals?