Release the button and read the temperature displayed.
Ensure the forehead is clean and dry.
Move the thermometer across the forehead to the temple.
Press the button and slide the thermometer across the forehead to the temple.
Temporal measurement is used to measure temperature in individuals of all ages.
To obtain an accurate reading
To note the reading
Because it's easily to access.
Because sweating can affect the reading
Because temporal artery runs laterally across forehead and down the side of neck.