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