A nursing assistant is taking a patient's rectal temperature as directed by the care plan. The nursing assistant should
A. Clean the thermometer with hot, soapy water afterwards.
B. Check on the patient often while the thermometer is in place.
C. Hold the thermometer in place.
D. Document the temperature, noting the route as Ax.
Answer: C
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