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Taking a Child's Temperature in the Ear

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7 steps for taking your child's temperature in the ear

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Online Medical Reviewer: Amy Finke RN BSN

Online Medical Reviewer: L Renee Watson MSN RN

Online Medical Reviewer: Liora C Adler MD

Date Last Reviewed: 12/01/2022

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