Sentences with phrase «rectal reading»

Bear in mind that an external armpit reading can be as much as 2 degrees lower than an internal rectal reading.

An armpit reading, which is external, can be as much as 2 degrees lower than an internal rectal reading.

And if it involves a fever, those hourly readings can be exhausting if you have to wash off a thermometer or do a rectal reading.

To take a rectal reading, use a dab of petroleum jelly on the tip of the thermometer.

The paediatrician recommended way to take a temperature is with a rectal reading because it is the most accurate way to measure temperature.

Instant ear thermometers get the job done, but the AVMA advises getting a rectal reading for the best results.