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Comparative Study
. 2009 Oct;14(4):239-44.
doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6155.2009.00204.x.

Evaluation of temporal artery thermometry in children 3-36 months old

Janet K Holzhauer  1 , Vicky Reith, Kathleen J Sawin, Kenneth Yen
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Comparative Study

Evaluation of temporal artery thermometry in children 3-36 months old

Janet K Holzhauer et al. J Spec Pediatr Nurs. 2009 Oct.

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to determine whether temporal artery (TA) thermometer readings are accurate and better tolerated than rectal readings in young children.

Design and methods: Paired rectal and TA temperature readings and Face Legs Activity Cry and Consolability (FLACC) scores were obtained.

Results: TA thermometry failed to detect rectal fever (38 degrees C or greater) in approximately 20% of paired temperature readings. FLACC scores were significantly lower after TA readings than after rectal readings.

Practice implications: This study questions TA readings as an accurate substitute for rectal thermometry.

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