Health Science Fundamentals 2nd Edition by Shirley Badasch,Doreen Chesebro

Exercise 27

Ames is on oxygen and cannot breathe comfortably when you remove his oxygen mask. It is time to take his vital signs. He has a severe infection, and an accurate temperature reading is extremely important. What is the correct location for taking his temperature? Explain why. What information is appropriate to give Mr. Ames before you take his temperature?