What kind of thermometer is the most accurate?
You’re right to wonder. Having so many to choose from is confusing, and some are more accurate than others. To help you find the one you need, check the list below. And don’t hesitate to ask your healthcare provider for a demonstration of temperature-taking techniques or advice on how to read a thermometer. Being able to take an accurate temperature is an essential parenting skill, a crucial step in evaluating your child’s illness. Digital thermometers are very accurate, fast, and inexpensive. You get a reading in about 30 seconds — a real advantage with a sick and wiggling baby. You can use them rectally or under the armpit. They beep when they’re done and are easy to read. On the downside, they become less accurate if dropped, and the batteries can expire at a crucial time. Ear canal thermometers are the fastest, least obtrusive, and easiest to use once you get the hang of them. You can get a reading in two seconds. The devices are quite accurate for children over one year of age (fo
