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What is an advantage of taking a temperature axillary? Disadvantage?

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An advantage of taking a temperature axillary is the non-invasive and easy method, while a disadvantage is that it is less accurate compared to other methods.

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An advantage of taking a temperature axillary (under the armpit) is that it is a non-invasive and easy method to measure body temperature. It can be performed quickly and without any discomfort.

A disadvantage of using the axillary method is that it is less accurate compared to other methods such as using a digital thermometer orally or rectally. Axillary readings tend to be slightly lower than the core body temperature, so they may not provide the most precise measurement.

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