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A member asked:
8w baby doesnt allow me to take her armpit or rectal temp. she tightens butt and i fear perforating her rectu and also is difficult with arms. help!!!
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Lubricant: Don't be afraid, the baby is not made out of glass. She might not like you taking the temp but don't fear that you will harm her. If you use a lubricant that should be fine. Why are you taking temp? Does pt feel warm? Do not take pt's temp routinely if no cause for concern.
Answered 9/8/2014
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Ear thermometer: There are temperature strips that you can put on the skin and ear thermometers you can buy at the pharmacy. Many mothers can tell when their children have a fever, although they can't tell how high. There have actually been studies that show that.
Answered 9/8/2014
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