Matching Pairs Temporal Temperature 2Online version To know the rationales behind each step by Nursing Empowerment Program 1 Press the button and slide the thermometer across the forehead to the temple. 2 Release the button and read the temperature displayed. 3 Ensure the forehead is clean and dry. 4 Move the thermometer across the forehead to the temple. 5 Temporal measurement is used to measure temperature in individuals of all ages. To note the reading To obtain an accurate 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.