Which of the following is an appropriate step when teaching temperature monitoring in the home?

A) Suggest aspirin to decrease fevers.
B) Recommend using only tympanic membrane sensors.
C) Encourage the use of alcohol rubs to reduce fevers.
D) Demonstrate the technique and have the patient/caregiver perform it.

Temperature Monitoring

The ongoing measurement of body temperature to assess health status or detect fever or hypothermia.

Tympanic Membrane Sensors

Devices used to measure temperature or detect other conditions by assessing changes in the tympanic membrane, or eardrum.

Aspirin

A medication used to reduce pain, fever, inflammation, and prevent blood clots; also known for its role in heart attack and stroke prevention.