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- How is body temperature monitored?
- Which is the most accurate method to measure body temperature?
- What is the importance of monitoring body temperature?
How is body temperature monitored?
Our internal body temperature is regulated by a part of our brain called the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus checks our current temperature and compares it with the normal temperature of about 37°C. If our temperature is too low, the hypothalamus makes sure that the body generates and maintains heat.
Which is the most accurate method to measure body temperature?
Rectal temperatures are considered most accurate indication of the body's temperature. Oral and axillary temperature readings are about ½° to 1°F (.3°C to .6°C) below rectal.
What is the importance of monitoring body temperature?
Body temperatures is an early warning sign of infection.
Fever is one of your body's first reactions to infection and is common in illnesses like influenza and COVID-19. Monitoring your body temperature, even when you're healthy, can help detect disease early and help you know if it's okay to go to work or school.
