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Dehydration (what it means):
Dehydration means loss of body water (“de” = loss, “hydration” = water), common in diarrhea, especially in infants.
Why temperature method matters:
In a 1-year-old with diarrhea, the rectal area can be irritated and sensitive.
Rectal temperature means inserting a thermometer into the rectum. In children with diarrhea, this can cause injury or discomfort and is avoided.
Tympanic (ear), axillary (underarm), and electronic methods are safer in this situation.
So, the nurse should avoid the rectal method in this child.
Correct answer: (3) Rectal