Relier Pairs Rectal temperature 2Version en ligne To help the students to know the rationale behind each step par Nursing Empowerment Program 1 It is the most reliable and accurate route to measure temperature. 2 With the non-dominant hand, raise the patient's upper buttock. 3 Lubricate thermometer approximately (covering 2.5 to 3.5 cm) with lubricant 4 Remove thermometer after passing one minute 5 Instruct the patient to take deep breath, and gently insert a thermometer into anus in direction of umbilicus 3.5 cm. 6 Place the patient in a Sim’s position (lateral position with upper knee flexed) To promote comfort and to ease insertion. To support the patient body during exposing the anus To easily access the anus Because the rectum is closer to the body’s core compared to other sites like the mouth or armpit. To prevent trauma to the rectal mucosa To provide accurate reading.
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