Question

What precautions are to be taken while handling clinical thermometer?

Answer 1

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

2. Ensure that before use the mercury level is below 35 degree celsius.

3. Read the thermometer keeping the level of mercury along the line of sight.
4. handle the thermometer with care. If it hits against some hard object,it can break.

5. Do not hold the thermometer by the bulb while reading it.

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.