There are several methods for measuring a child's temperature, including:
- Oral: Suitable for children aged 4 years and older. The thermometer is placed under the tongue. - Rectal: Often used for infants and young children. It provides the most accurate readings. - Axillary (Armpit): Less accurate but often used for quick screenings. - Ear (Tympanic): Suitable for children older than 6 months. It measures the temperature inside the ear canal. - Forehead (Temporal): Uses an infrared scanner to measure the temperature of the temporal artery.
