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Madison Hucal
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Of the following types of thermometers available,which is not recommended for home use?

A) Digital
B) Tympanic
C) Mercury
D) Disposable single-use

Thermometers

Instruments used to measure body temperature, critical for diagnosing and monitoring medical conditions.

Mercury

A chemical element with the symbol Hg that is a heavy, silvery d-block element; known for its use in thermometers and fluorescent lamps but toxic to humans and the environment if not handled properly.

Tympanic

Pertaining to the tympanum or eardrum, often used to describe temperature measurement methods via the ear.

  • Become familiar with the criteria for temperature assessment across multiple patient categories.
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