title: Comparing mercury and disposable thermometers.
abstract: Nurses should adapt their practice in the light of research findings, rather than adhere to ritualistic practice. Research has shown that single-use disposable thermometers have a number of advantages over mercury-filled thermometers. If using single-use thermometers, it is advisable to keep a supply of alternative temperature-measuring equipment for use in hypothermia.
authors.affiliation: Royal Hospital Haslar, Gosport.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Buswell
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D004209:Disposable Equipment; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control; D008628:Mercury; D013821:Thermometers / Q000145:classification / Q000592:standards*
chemical_list: D008628:Mercury