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