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What is a body temperature above 37.5 °C called?
What is a body temperature above 37.5 °C called?
What is the normal range for body temperature?
What is the normal range for body temperature?
What is the absolute limit of life in terms of body temperature?
What is the absolute limit of life in terms of body temperature?
Which part of the body has a high temperature of around 34°C?
Which part of the body has a high temperature of around 34°C?
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When does body temperature show the highest value due to metabolic reaction?
When does body temperature show the highest value due to metabolic reaction?
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Study Notes
Body Temperature Basics
- A body temperature exceeding 37.5 °C is classified as fever.
- The normal range for body temperature is typically around 36.1 °C to 37.2 °C.
- The absolute limit of life concerning body temperature is approximately 43 °C, beyond which cellular proteins start to denature.
Specific Temperature Insights
- The rectal temperature can reach around 34 °C in certain conditions, indicative of the body's core for solid measurement.
- Body temperature peaks during metabolic reactions, often occurring late in the day or post-exercise due to increased metabolic activity and energy expenditure.
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Test your knowledge of body temperature in nursing physiology with this quiz. Learn about the types of body temperature, normal values, physiological variations, methods of measurement, and the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
