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Rao Doctor
APRIL 3, 2025
Rectal method is more appropriate for infants, children and unconscious or comatose patients who are not able to hold the thermometer in their mouth. The choice of method depends on the patient’s age, condition, and preference, with rectal measurements often being the most precise for infants and young children.
GeriPal
MAY 9, 2024
Matt Tyler (aka Pallidad for those on Twitter ): Matt is the Hospice and Palliative care doctor who created How To Train Your Doctor , which helps patients living with serious illness find tips on “owning” their healthcare plan on his Instagram and YouTube pages. Why focus on the public rather than other health care providers?
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