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by site. When taking your child’s temperature, record the the temperature, time, and site to relay this information to your health care professional. The following temperatures are considered to be . normal. and . do not indicate a fever: • Child from birth to 3 years old. Rectal: 100.4ºF (38ºC) or less • Child 4 years old and older
Your child: is under 3 months and has a temperature of 38°C (101°F) or above. is over 3 months and has a temperature of 39°C (102°F) or above. has other signs of illness, such as a rash, as well as a high temperature. has a high temperature that’s lasted for 5 days or more. has persistent vomiting.
Normal body temperature ranges from 97.5°F to 99.5°F (36.4°C to 37.4°C). It tends to be lower in the morning and higher in the evening. Most healthcare providers consider a fever to be 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. A person with a temperature of 99.6°F to 100.3°F has a low-grade fever. High fevers may bring on seizures or confusion in children.
Apr 10, 2023 · A normal temperature often varies from 1 to 2 F (.5 to 1 C). ... Pacifier thermometers aren’t precise and are difficult to use correctly because they have to stay in your child’s mouth for ...
34.7°C to 37.3°C (94.5°F to 99.1°F) Ear. 35.8°C to 38°C (96.4°F to 100.4°F) The degree of a fever does not tell you how serious your child’s illness is. How a child acts is usually a better sign. A child with a mild infection can have a high fever, while a child with a severe infection might have no fever at all.
The best method will depend on a child's age and how well they can cooperate. Taking temperature by age: Babies younger than 3 months old: A rectal temperature is best. Babies 3 to 6 months old: A rectal temperature is best, but you can use a temporal artery or axillary method. Kids 6 months to 3 years old: A rectal temperature is best, but you ...
Mar 18, 2021 · Lie your child on a flat surface. You can either place them on their belly or their back. If you place your baby on their back, you will want to pull their legs gently up to their chest. Place the thermometer gently into your child’s anus, about 1/2 an inch to 1 inch. Do this gently and never force it.
