When taking a rectal temperature on an adult, a nurse inserts a mercury-in-glass thermometer:
A. 1-1½ inches
B. ½-1 inch
C. 1½-2 inches
D. 2-2½ inches
A
A, B, C, D. Squeeze liberal portion of lubricant on tissue. Dip thermometer's blunt end into lubricant, covering 2.5 to 3.5 cm (1 to 1½ inches) for adult.
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