The normal adult temperature obtained through the oral route ranges from:
A) 96.6°–98.6° F
B) 97.6°–99.6° F
C) 98.6°–100.4° F
D) 98.2°–100.2° F
Ans: B
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Normal adult oral temperature ranges from 97.6°?99.6° F.
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