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Which is more accurate, an oral thermometer under the tongue or an electronic ear thermometer..getting different readings dont know which one is right?
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Tongue: This more accurately reflects core temperatures.
Answered 2/24/2017
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Oral temperature: A ear (tympanic membrane) temperature reading is slightly higher than an oral (under the tongue) temperature reading.
Answered 2/24/2017
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