Aide Skills: Rectal Temperature
Presented by Diana Montoya
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Diana Montoya
Diana Montoya is a proven leader and highly experienced nurse currently serving as the clinical education manager for Sutter Care at Home. She holds a bachelor of science in nursing from Western Governors University and an associate’s degree in nursing from National University. Diana’s extensive career spans over two decades,…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Introduction
This chapter includes an introduction to obtaining a rectal temperature, information on all of the equipment and previsit preparation needed for this assessment, and recommended infection control policies.
2. Procedure: Obtaining a Rectal Temperature
This chapter will provide a step-by-step procedure guide for obtaining a rectal temperature.
3. Tips, Precautions, and Care Considerations
This chapter provides tips, precautions, and considerations for performing these skills in the home.
4. Patient and Caregiver Education
This chapter provides information on what education the patient (and caregiver) needs to support self-management of their care.
5. Documentation Guidelines
This chapter provides recommendations on what to note when documenting a rectal temperature.
6. Conclusion
This chapter includes learning assessment questions to assess the learner’s knowledge of skills covered in this course. A bibliography of referenced material is also included.