Relier Pairs Temporal Temperature 2Version en ligne To know the rationales behind each step par Nursing Empowerment Program 1 Temporal measurement is used to measure temperature in individuals of all ages. 2 Ensure the forehead is clean and dry. 3 Release the button and read the temperature displayed. 4 Move the thermometer across the forehead to the temple. 5 Press the button and slide the thermometer across the forehead to the temple. Because temporal artery runs laterally across forehead and down the side of neck. To note the reading Because sweating can affect the reading To obtain an accurate reading Because it's easily to access.