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Basal body temperature assessment: is it useful to couples seeking pregnancy?

Barron ML et al., 2005

Barron ML, Fehring RJ

MCN. The American journal of maternal child nursing, 30(5), 290-298, 2005

Source DOI PubMed

Abstract

Advanced practice nurses in primary care settings are often asked to give appropriate advice to couples seeking pregnancy. This article examines the issue of basal body temperature (BBT), a time-honored way to establish the presence of ovulatory cycles, and asks if BBT is an outdated recommendation. The article also reviews the benefits and limitations of recommending BBT to couples seeking pregnancy in light of recent fecundity research.

Topics

Menstrual Cycle > Biomarkers > TemperatureDiagnostics > Biomarker Monitoring > Basal Body TemperatureMenstrual Cycle > Cycle Charting > Clinical ApplicationInfertility > Couple-Based > Counseling
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Cite this article

Barron, M. L., & Fehring, R. J. (n.d.). Basal body temperature assessment: is it useful to couples seeking pregnancy?. *MCN. The American journal of maternal child nursing*.

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