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Taking a Child's Rectal Temperature

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11 steps for taking your baby's rectal temperature

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Online Medical Reviewer: Allie, Alicia, PT

Online Medical Reviewer: Thomson, Jillian, PT

Date Last Reviewed: 05/01/2025

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