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captainjonesify

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on: Jun 25, 2018
To assess a rectal temperature accurately in an adult, the nurse would:
 
  a. Use a lubricated blunt tip thermometer.
  b. Insert the thermometer 2 to 3 inches into the rectum.
  c. Leave the thermometer in place up to 8 minutes if the patient is febrile.
  d. Wait 2 to 3 minutes if the patient has recently smoked a cigarette.

Question 2

The nurse is taking temperatures in a clinic with a TMT. Which statement is true regarding use of the TMT?
 
  a. A tympanic temperature is more time consuming than a rectal temperature.
  b. The tympanic method is more invasive and uncomfortable than the oral method.
  c. The risk of cross-contamination is reduced, compared with the rectal route.
  d. The tympanic membrane most accurately reflects the temperature in the ophthalmic artery.


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abctaiwan

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
A lubricated rectal thermometer (with a short, blunt tip) is inserted only 2 to 3 cm (1 inch) into the adult rectum and left in place for 2 minutes. Cigarette smoking does not alter rectal temperatures.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The TMT is a noninvasive, nontraumatic device that is extremely quick and efficient. The chance of cross-contamination with the TMT is minimal because the ear canal is lined with skin, not mucous membranes.


captainjonesify

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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