Oral test: Put the sterilized thermometer under your tongue, close your mouth and lips (breath through your nose), and read it after 5 minutes. The normal value is 36.3℃~37.2℃. This method is reliable for measuring body temperature, but cannot be used for infants and unconscious people.
Anal test: The subject takes a lateral position, applies the lubricant on the anal thermometer head, and slowly inserts it into the anus until it reaches half the length of the thermometer. After standing for 5 minutes, the test will be read. The normal value is 36.5℃~37.7℃. This method is mainly used for children and unconscious patients. The medical staff performed outstandingly.
Armpit measurement: sweat under the armpit, put the thermometer deep under the armpit, hold the thermometer with your upper arm, and read it after 10 minutes. The normal value is 36℃~37℃. The armpit measurement is safe and convenient. Cross infection is not easy to happen. It is widely used.
