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imanialler

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The nurse is planning time to assess the vital signs for a group of adult clients. Which method of assessing body temperature is safe and efficient?
 
  a. Ear canal
  b. Oral
  c. Rectal
  d. Axillary

Question 2

Prior to assessing a client's body temperature, the nurse should remember which of the following?
 
  a. Ear canal temperature is the best method for detecting fever in infants and young children.
  b. Rectal temperature measurement is contraindicated in clients with cardiovascular disease.
  c. Pulmonary artery temperature is the most practical method of measuring core temperature.
  d. Oral temperature is most appropriate for a client who has a nasogastric or feeding tube in place.


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CAPTAINAMERICA

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


imanialler

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

mammy1697

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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