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Which is more accurate a ear temp or oral temp?

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Oral : Is more accurate. Though not as quick. But some factors can make the ear thermometer miss the mark

Answered 12/18/2019

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Which is more accurate a ear temp or oral temp?

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Dr. Michael Roman answered

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