- The most traditional of them - ordinary thermometer in the axilla;
- For children there are special applicators that if they attach to the forehead, will show the baby has a fever or not (value in degrees such applicators do not show);
- Latest electronic thermometers will help to measure the temperature in the armpit, in the ear, behind the knees dent in the groin crease and mouth (these devices are equipped with an electric sensor and LCD display, they are resistant to shock and safe to use, best suited for determining the temperature oral route );
- For a particular purpose can be to measure in the rectum or vagina.
What measure the temperature in the mouth?
Body surface temperature about one degree lower than inside the body. Therefore, the closer the measuring point is the internal parts of the body, the less it is susceptible to external influences, the more accurate values of the thermometer. The most accurate temperature diagnosed on the mucous membranes. And sometimes measure the heat differently due to some reasons it is impossible.
However, when using this method, you must take into account that for half an hour before the procedure can not be drunk hot or cold drinks, smoking, breathing quickened.
Algorithm temperature measurement electronic thermometer in the mouth:
- Before the procedure a few minutes to spend in peace and quiet;
- Remove dentures, if it is possible to release the oral cavity;
- The usual sanitized thermometer (mercury can) put under the tongue to the right or left of the bridle;
- Tightly close the mouth;
- Wait for 3-4 minutes.
Normal temperature under the tongue - 36 8 -37 30 degrees.
When careless handling can damage the thermometer. Therefore, carry out the procedure to be extremely careful. If misfortune happens, seek medical attention immediately.
Measure the temperature in the mouth is not recommended for young children: they can bite off the tip of the thermometer. In this case it is better to buy a special thermometer.