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March 1, 2025 at 05:46 AM
*💫Temperature🌸* in the human body can be measured at different sites, each providing slightly different readings. The main sites include:
*1. Oral (Mouth)*
Measured using a digital or mercury thermometer placed under the tongue.
*Normal range:* 97.6–99.6°F (36.5–37.5°C).
*2. Rectal (Anus)*
Provides the most accurate internal body temperature.
*Normal range:* 98.6–100.3°F (37–37.9°C).
Often used for infants and critically ill patients.
*3. Axillary (Armpit)*
Less accurate than oral or rectal readings.
*Normal range* : 96.6–98.6°F (35.9–37°C).
Commonly used for quick, non-invasive checks.
4. *Tympanic (Ear)*
Uses an infrared thermometer to measure temperature from the eardrum.
*Normal range* : 97.2–100°F (36.2–37.8°C).
Can be affected by earwax or improper placement.
*5. Temporal (Forehead)*
Uses an infrared thermometer to measure temperature from the temporal artery.
*Normal range* : 97.8–100.1°F (36.5–37.8°C).
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