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Temperature Measurement:
Temperature Measurement: ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is assessing a client's body temperature. Which route provides the most accurate measurement of core body temperature?
The oral route is commonly used and provides a convenient method for temperature measurement but may be influenced by oral intake and respiratory route, making it slightly less accurate.
The axillary route is less invasive and easier to use, but it tends to underestimate core body temperature.
The temporal route provides a quick measurement but may not be as accurate as the rectal route, especially in certain populations.
The rectal route provides the most accurate measurement of core body temperature as it reflects the temperature of blood perfusing the hypothalamus, which regulates body temperature.
Answer: d. Rectal Explanation: The rectal route provides the most accurate measurement of core body temperature as it reflects the temperature of blood perfusing the hypothalamus, which regulates body temperature.
a. The oral route is commonly used and provides a convenient method for temperature measurement but may be influenced by oral intake and respiratory route, making it slightly less accurate.
b. The axillary route is less invasive and easier to use, but it tends to underestimate core body temperature.
c. The temporal route provides a quick measurement but may not be as accurate as the rectal route, especially in certain populations.