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What is the primary purpose of a thermometer?
What is the primary purpose of a thermometer?
What is the temperature range that a clinical thermometer measures?
What is the temperature range that a clinical thermometer measures?
What material is commonly found in a clinical thermometer's bulb?
What material is commonly found in a clinical thermometer's bulb?
How should you adjust a clinical thermometer if the mercury thread is not visible?
How should you adjust a clinical thermometer if the mercury thread is not visible?
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Which step is NOT involved in reading a thermometer?
Which step is NOT involved in reading a thermometer?
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Study Notes
Thermometer
- A device used to measure temperature
Types of Thermometers
- Clinical thermometer measures body temperature
- Clinical thermometers measure from 35°C to 42°C
How to Read a Thermometer
- Note the difference in temperature between two major markings
- Count the number of divisions between the major markings
Clinical Thermometer
- A long, narrow glass tube
- Contains mercury in a bulb at one end
- Has a scale, typically in Celsius (°C)
- If the mercury thread is not visible, rotate the thermometer so it is visible
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental aspects of clinical thermometers, including their design, types, and reading methods. It highlights how to measure body temperature accurately and the key differences in temperature markings. Get ready to test your knowledge on this essential medical device!
