Question

List the precautions to be taken while reading temperature using a clinical thermometer

Answer 1

1. Thermometer should be washed before and after use,preferably with anantiseptic solution. 2. Ensure that before use the mercury level is below 35degree celsius. 3. Read the thermometer keeping the level of mercury along the 4. handle the thermometer with care. If it hits against some

Answer 2

Precautions Taken While Reading a Thermometer

• Thermometer should be washed before and after use, preferably with an antiseptic solution.

• Ensure that before use the mercury level is below 350C.

• Handle the thermometer with care.

• Dont hold the thermometer by the bulb while reading it.