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A resident who is alert asks why the assistant is waiting to recheck her temperature after she smoked a cigarette outside. What is the best explanation?
- A.Smoking permanently raises body temperature all day
- B.The thermometer needs time to charge between uses
- C.Smoking can change the mouth temperature for a short time
- D.Waiting is required only for residents who smoke
Correct answer
C. Smoking can change the mouth temperature for a short time
Why
Smoking, like hot or cold drinks, can temporarily change oral temperature and give a misleading result. Waiting a short time before an oral reading improves accuracy for any resident in this situation.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Vital Signs: Temperature · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-015).