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    Ati lpn n113 pharmacology proctored exam
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    A patient has a temperature of 102.2°F. The nurse needs to document the temperature in Celsius for the electronic medical record. (LABEL CORRECTLY. ROUND TO TENTH)

    °C

    Explanation & Rationale

    Calculation: To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, use the formula: C = (F−32) ×5/9 Given Fahrenheit temperature (F) = 102.2°F Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature. 102.2−32=70.2 Multiply the result by 5/9 70.2× 5/9 ​ =39 The temperature in Celsius is 39.0°C.

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