Variation in body temperature assessment using ear thermo scan among doctors, nurses and attendants at FEU-NRMF Medical Center /

Variation in body temperature assessment using ear thermo scan among doctors, nurses and attendants at FEU-NRMF Medical Center / Sherry Lynn P. Santiago and Joyce S. Jumangit. - Fairview, Quezon City: Department of Medicine, FEU-NRMF. - (in folder)

Includes appendices and bibliographical references.

Abstract: The temperature of the human body as an indicator of illness is an important part of patient assessment for health care providers throughout the world and because a change in temperature can signal a significant change in health status, rapid and accurate measurement is important in all health care environments. The ease and speed of use are considered benefits of ear-based measurements. However, incorrect technique may affect the accuracy and reliability of the measurements and errors in body temperature measurement might seriously influence the evaluation of an individual`s health condition.

Research - Department of Medicine

MED ND 0001