Digital thermometers can be used to take someone's temperature from either their armpit or their mouth. However, for children under the age of five, their temperature should be taken from their armpit, because they may bite the thermometer if it is placed in their mouth.
When taking an armpit reading:
put the thermometer directly against the skin under the arm
hold the arm gently against the body
Check the manufacturer's instructions to find out how long you need to leave the thermometer in place.
For adults, digital thermometers are an accurate and easy way to take a temperature. Read the manufacturer's instructions to find out:
how to place the thermometer correctly in the mouth
how long the reading will take.

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