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To get the most accurate temperature, use a digital multiuse thermometer rectally. Keep in mind that a rectal temperature will be higher than temperatures taken with other methods.

Here’s how to take your infant’s temperature rectally:

• Read the manufacturer’s instructions initially and set the measurements to either Fahrenheit or Celsius (in order to report the temperature correctly).
• Clean the thermometer with rubbing alcohol or soap.
• Coat the end of the thermometer in petroleum jelly or another safe lubricant.
• Remove any clothing or diaper from your infant’s bottom.

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• Lay your infant on their stomach on a safe and comfortable surface, such as a changing table or bed, or on your lap.
• Hold your infant gently in place while you take the temperature. Don’t let them move or wiggle during the process to avoid the thermometer moving further into your infant’s rectum.

  Having someone’s help to hold the infant still is best to prevent injury.

• Turn on the thermometer and insert it only a half inch to 1 inch into your infant’s rectum
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