An OEC Technician can most accurately assess a patient's core temperature by using a(n):
a. tympanic thermometer placed in the patient's ear.
b. low-temperature rectal thermometer.
c. oral thermometer placed in the patient's mouth.
d. household rectal thermometer.
Answer: b
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