Ashton Thornton<\/a>, RN, BScN<\/p>\nIn most illnesses, it\u2019s common to come down with a fever. While we have all had a fever at least once, that doesn’t make parents less worried when their little one gets sick and has a fever.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s why our KixTeam has put together this \u2018Fever Survival Guide\u2019<\/strong> so you know if your child has a fever, what to do to help them, and when it requires medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow do I take my child\u2019s temperature?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThere are several ways to take your child\u2019s temperature. Still, the most common methods are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Rectal (by the rectum or \u2018bum\u2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Oral (by the mouth)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Axillary (under the armpit)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tympanic (in the ear)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Non-contact Infrared Thermometer (forehead)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Which method should I use?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Typically, we recommend using the Rectum method if your child is under 1 years old and you know how to use that method safely.<\/strong> If you\u2019re unsure about using the Rectum method, we recommend using the Axillary method<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWe recommend using the Axillary method for kids aged 2-5 years old<\/strong>, but you can also use the Oral or Tympanic methods as alternatives<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs soon as your little one can keep the thermometer under their tongue with their mouth close tight for the required testing time, we recommend the Oral method<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n