Which of the following is an appropriate step when teaching temperature monitoring in the home?

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Demonstration is the best technique for teaching psychomotor skills.It allows for correction of errors in technique as they occur and for discussion of potential consequences of errors.Provide rationale for steps to the patient or caregiver.Use caution in recommending aspirin or any other over-the-counter drug or antipyretic medicine for patients whose conditions contraindicate their use.The type of thermometer needed is determined on the basis of the patient's age and health status.Instruct the patient or caregiver to never use sponging with isopropyl alcohol to lower fever because of the neurotoxic effects that have been reported.

Which of the Following Is an Appropriate Step When Teaching