Question

what are the precautions taken while reading a clinical and laboratory thermometer

Answer 1

Here are some.

The main is thermometer should be held perpendicular to the water/liquid surface.

It should not be tilted against any wall or be hold in wrong procedure.

It should be noted that it has a limit of measuring temperature.So while measuring first set the limit correctly,more temperature can brust the mercury and can cause harm.

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Tripathy.

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.