Which of These Actions Illustrates the Correct Technique the Nurse $\degree$

Multiple Choice

Which of these actions illustrates the correct technique the nurse should use when assessing oral temperature with a glass thermometer?

A) Wait 30 minutes if the patient has ingested hot or iced liquids.
B) Leave the thermometer in place for 3 to 4 minutes if the patient is afebrile.
C) Shake the glass thermometer down to 37.5 $\degree$ C before taking the patient's temperature.
D) Place the thermometer in front of the tongue and ask the patient to close his or her lips.