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What method of taking temperature is the most accurate?
What method of taking temperature is the most accurate?
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- Rahima /
A rectal temperature is the most accurate, especially for infants. It’s a good idea to use this method with very young babies so you have the highest level of accuracy, as a high temperature should be taken seriously in the first four to six mont... more
- Lalit Singh /
Temperatures measured rectally are the most accurate. For age under 3 months old (90 days old), an armpit temperature is the safest and may be preferred for screening.