In a pandemic: how to measure body temperature correctly?

Body temperature a person is not as stable as it is commonly believed, deviations in one direction or another due to physical activity, consumption of food and drinks manifest themselves every day.

In addition, the temperature is always lower in the morning, and rises in the afternoon due to physiological characteristics.

The temperature that was measured by the oral route will be 0.5 degrees higher, and the rectal temperature will be 1.

What affects body temperature?

• You have consumed drinks (cold or hot),
• Smoked,
• Did the exercises
• Engaged in any activity (active).

It is advisable to sit quietly for at least 5 minutes before measuring.

General rules for measuring temperature

1. Children should only use the thermometer under the supervision of an adult and not independently.
2. You can't walk, jump and run with a thermometer, even talking during the measurement is undesirable.
3. Wipe the thermometer with an antibacterial cloth after each use.
4. The device must be in a protective case when not in use.
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5. Do not leave the device under the sun, in a dusty or humid place.
6. Do not drop a thermometer, especially a mercury one.

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