Advice Video from a Pediatrician
The "How to Take a Temperature" video below is by a physician with a pediatric group in Eugene, Oregon. It is clear and concise, with specific advice for parents using a thermometer for babies and children.
0:15 - where to take a temp based on age of child (rectal, under arm, oral)
0:55 - what kind of thermometer to use and why - compares forehead, ear, and digital thermometer (her best choice)
1:50 - baby armpit temp taking (shows infant temp taking in video)
3:10 - rectal temp "how to"
4:00 - oral temp "how to"
0:15 - where to take a temp based on age of child (rectal, under arm, oral)
0:55 - what kind of thermometer to use and why - compares forehead, ear, and digital thermometer (her best choice)
1:50 - baby armpit temp taking (shows infant temp taking in video)
3:10 - rectal temp "how to"
4:00 - oral temp "how to"