NSE 13A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Superficial Temporal Artery, Circadian Rhythm, Subcutaneous Tissue
18 Dec 2018
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Temperature is measured to get info about the pt"s state of health and influences clinical decisions critical conditions like hyperthermia and hypothermia can be identified and interventions can be planned and implemented. Hypothermia: lowered body temperature usually result of external source ie: exposure to cold env for long time unresolved hypothermic body states can slow cellular proceses and lead to loss of consciousness. Always note to pt whether the temp is within normal range or not oral temp. Get probe from device and place probe cover without touching it with your hands. Place the probe in clients mouth under the tongue and instruct client to keep mouth closed and not bite on thermometer. Ensure the thermometer probe is in the posterior sublingual pocket under the tongue and slightly off centre. Most oral thermometers are electronic and provide digital diplay of the reading. Discard probe cover in garbage ( without touching it)
