Yesterday, I took my CAH son to his Ped. to discover he has a ear infection (acutally, so does his brother and myself - it's been a fun week).  As he was playing I noticed that he had bright red cheeks and felt warm.  So, I attempted to take his temp rectally.  Well, what a nightmare, he was screaming and wiggling just like a true toddler.  It was so horrible that I by myself, could in no way get this child's temp!  My husband won't be home for another hour and my parents both have acute bronchitis and are staying far away.  I didn't want to chance it, so I went ahead and doubled his cortef and gave him motrin. 

My long winded question is does anyone have any tricks of the trade on getting a oral temp when you are alone?  Also what do you think of ear themometers?  I was always told that the rectal are the most accurate.   Any thoughts are much appreciated J