Temperature

Temperature

1. Normal body temperature for the childbearing woman & her infant

   • Factors influencing body temperatures and the changes related to childbearing anti, infra and postnatal period

2. Suitable sites for temperature measurement and equipment for each site

   • Different types of thermometers and their correct use

3. When and how temperature measurements should be taken

4. Roles and responsibilities of a midwife in relation to temperature measurement