Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant State Practice Exam

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Under which condition should a nursing assistant refrain from taking an oral temperature?

  1. The person has influenza

  2. The person almost certainly has a fever

  3. The person is over six years old

  4. The person is confused or disoriented

The correct answer is: The person is confused or disoriented

A nursing assistant should refrain from taking an oral temperature when the person is confused or disoriented because accuracy in reading temperature using this method requires the person to cooperate and understand the instruction to keep the thermometer in place. Confusion or disorientation can lead to improper placement of the thermometer, resulting in inaccurate readings. Additionally, individuals who are not fully aware of their surroundings might not be able to effectively hold the thermometer under their tongue for the required duration, potentially compromising the reliability of the measurement. In contrast, taking an oral temperature in individuals with influenza or a fever is still appropriate, as long as they are capable of following instructions and placing the thermometer correctly. Age alone does not determine the methods of temperature measurement; individuals over six years old are generally able to take an oral temperature reliably.

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