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    A Rectal Thermometer Must Be Lubricated Before Insertion to Prevent
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A Rectal Thermometer Must Be Lubricated Before Insertion to Prevent

Question 2

Question 2

Multiple Choice

A rectal thermometer must be lubricated before insertion to prevent


A) The transfer of pathogens
B) An inaccurate temperature reading
C) The thermometer from breaking
D) Irritation of the rectal mucosa

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