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» By age 6 variations gradually increase to 2 degrees
per day.
» In adults there is less body temperature variation.
To Receive a Stable Reliable Result
• Push back any hair from the forehead.
• Wipe away any perspiration on the forehead.
• Avoid drafts.
• Allow a 5 second interval between temperature
measurements.
• If there is a sig
temperature, allow the thermometer to adjust to the
“new” ambient temperature for at least 15 minutes
before use.