How to read a body thermometer
With the increase in health awareness, body thermometers have become one of the essential medical tools in the home. However, many people still have questions about how to properly use and read body thermometers. This article will introduce in detail the types, usage and reading interpretation of body thermometers, and also attaches hot health topics in the past 10 days for reference.
1. Types and characteristics of body thermometers
| Type | Measurement part | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| mercury thermometer | Armpit, mouth, rectum | High accuracy, low price | Fragile, contains toxic mercury |
| electronic thermometer | Armpit, mouth, rectum | Fast and safe | Requires regular calibration |
| Infrared forehead thermometer | forehead | Contactless and fast | Susceptible to ambient temperature |
| Ear thermometer | ear canal | Quick measurement, suitable for children | Need to align with tympanic membrane |
2. How to read a body thermometer correctly?
1.mercury thermometer: After the measurement is completed, hold the tail of the thermometer horizontally and slowly rotate it until you see the silver mercury column. The highest point is the body temperature value. Note: When the mercury column cannot fall back, it needs to be lowered below 35°C.
2.electronic thermometer: A beep will sound when the measurement is completed, and the digital results will be displayed directly on the screen. The probe needs to be held in the mouth for 1 minute for oral measurement and clamped for 5 minutes for armpit measurement.
3.infrared thermometer: Aim at the center of the forehead (3-5cm away from the skin) and press the measurement button for 1 second to take the reading. Before measuring, you need to wipe the sweat from your forehead to avoid interference from hot and cold environments.
3. Reference standards for body temperature readings
| Measurement part | Normal range(℃) | Low heat range (℃) | High heat range (℃) |
|---|---|---|---|
| armpit | 36.0-37.0 | 37.1-38.0 | ≥38.1 |
| oral cavity | 36.3-37.2 | 37.3-38.2 | ≥38.3 |
| Rectal/ear temperature | 36.6-37.8 | 37.9-38.8 | ≥38.9 |
4. Popular health topics in the past 10 days
| topic | heat index | Main content |
|---|---|---|
| Guide to summer heatstroke prevention and cooling | 9.2/10 | High temperature warnings issued in many places, popular science on first aid measures for heat stroke |
| New electronic thermometer evaluation | 8.7/10 | Compare the accuracy and convenience of 10 smart thermometers |
| Misunderstandings about treating children’s fever | 8.5/10 | Pediatrician points out common mistakes such as alcohol baths |
| Changes in symptoms of the new coronavirus variant | 8.3/10 | The latest research shows that the proportion of fever dropped to 62% |
5. Precautions for use
1. The measurement results of different parts vary greatly, so it is recommended to use the same measurement method.
2. Please wait 30 minutes after exercising, bathing, or eating before measuring.
3. It is recommended that infants and young children use ear thermometers or rectal thermometers to measure the temperature. Forehead thermometers may have larger errors.
4. If the body temperature is abnormal, multiple measurements should be taken to confirm. If the fever persists, timely medical attention is required.
Proper use of a body thermometer is a basic skill for monitoring health conditions. Only by choosing a suitable type of thermometer and mastering standardized measurement methods can you obtain accurate body temperature data. Hot weather has occurred frequently recently. It is recommended that families prepare heat stroke prevention and cooling supplies and pay attention to the heat stroke prevention and treatment guidelines issued by authoritative organizations.
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