Temperature Flashcards
0
Q
What is the normal range of body temperature?
A
36.1 degrees Celsius - 37.1 degrees Celsius
1
Q
Body temperature sites?
A
- Oral
- Axillary
- Rectal
2
Q
What is hyperthermia?
A
Elevated body temperature.
above 37.8 degrees Celsius
3
Q
What is Pyrexia?
A
High temperature above 37.2 degrees Celsius.
4
Q
What is febrile?
A
Pertaining to a fever.
5
Q
What is afebrile?
A
without a fever.
6
Q
What is hypothermia?
A
Decreased body temperature.
