Chapter 11
Vital Signs: Temperature
Vital signs are physiological measurements that help key into the status of the body's essential functions. These include body temperature, pulse…
Following these guidelines can help nurses accurately measure vital signs, assess changes in patient conditions, and provide timely treatment when…
Understanding heat transfer mechanisms is essential for understanding how our bodies maintain balance in different environmental conditions. When the…
As a nurse, it is vital to understand the factors affecting body temperature to monitor variations and effectively evaluate deviations from…
Fever can be triggered by several factors, including infections, nervous system disorders, certain cancers, blood diseases like leukemia, embolism,…
Before understanding the types and patterns of fever, it is essential to know its phases.
• The first stage is the onset/invasion phase,…
A decreased body temperature can occur in patients with hypothermia and frostbite. Heat loss with extended cold exposure overpowers the body's…
Body temperature can be assessed using various devices and measured in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
Glass-bulb Thermometer:
Glass-bulb thermometers are…
Assessing tympanic membrane temperature involves using a tympanic membrane thermometer (TMT). Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Begin by…
Here are the steps to accurately measure oral temperature using an electronic thermometer:
Step 1:
Start by practicing proper hand hygiene to prevent…
Esophageal Heat Transfer for Patient Temperature Control and Targeted Temperature Management
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Controlling patient temperature is important for a wide variety of clinical conditions. Cooling to normal or below normal body temperature is often…
The MACCS (Medical Assistant for Chronic Care Service) platform enables secure sharing of key medical information between patients after kidney…