Take a Temperature [Unguided]

Learn the 4 ways to take temperatures: oral, forehead, armpit, and ear. Master proper technique, positioning, and what to consider for each method. Become a temperature measurement pro!

Grades: Grades 9-12
Variant: Unguided
Plays on: MRDesktopWeb

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Lab objectives and outcomes

Students will be able to identify the appropriate thermometer type and placement for oral, forehead, armpit, and ear temperature measurements.
Students will be able to demonstrate the correct procedural steps for taking a patient's temperature using oral, forehead, armpit, and ear methods.
Students will be able to explain key considerations and differences for each of the four temperature measurement methods (oral, forehead, armpit, and ear).

Suggested activities

Take a Temperature Quiz

Pre-assessment

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Take a Temperature Discussion

Post-assessment

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