Which statement is true about assessing body temperature? a. ...

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Which statement is true about assessing body temperature?
 
  a. Ear canal temperature is the best method for detecting fever in infants and young children.
  b. Rectal temperature measurement is contraindicated in patients with cardiovascular disease.
  c. Pulmonary artery temperature is the most practical method of measuring core temperature.
  d. Oral temperature is most appropriate for a patient who has a nasogastric or feeding tube in place through the nose or mouth.

Question 2

The nurse is providing care to patients in a tertiary care facility. The purpose of tertiary care is to
 
  a. restore an individual to the state that existed before the development of an illness
  b. treat an acute illness
  c. promote wellness
  d. prevent illness or disability

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Answer to Question 1

B
Ear canal temperature is less sensitive in detecting fever in infants and young children. Rectal temperature measurement is contraindicated in patients with cardiovascular alterations because the thermometer may stimulate the vagus nerve and cause an irregular cardiac rhythm. Pulmonary artery temperature is the least practical route for measuring temperature because it requires the placement of a thermodilution pulmonary artery catheter. Axillary or rectal temperature sites are used for patients who have a nasogastric or feeding tube in place.

Answer to Question 2

A
Restoring an individual to the state that existed before the development of an illness is the purpose of rehabilitative, restorative, or tertiary care.