Matching Pairs Rational behind the steps of measuring the Axillary temperatureOnline version To help the students to know the rational behind the steps of measuring axillary temperature by Nursing Empowerment Program 1 Cover the mercury bulb or the probe 2 Assess the axillary area, if there is sweating, dry the patient's axilla with a towel or tissue before inserting the thermometer. 3 Move clothing away from shoulder and arm. 4 Place the thermometer bulb in the middle of axilla and put the patient's upper arm down, with the lower arm across the chest. 5 Leave the thermometer in place for 7 to 10 minutes then remove it. Because sweating can affect the reading. To get the accurate reading Because when the bulb or the probe exposes to the air, it may measure the temperature of the environment rather than the patient's temperature. To expose the axillary area. To prevent the movement of the thermometer away from the right site.
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