Use a digital thermometer if available
Check for fever symptoms such as sweating, chills, flushed skin, headache, or body aches
Feel the forehead, neck, or chest with the back of your hand
Compare the person’s skin temperature to your own
Ask if they feel hot, cold, or feverish
Watch for rapid breathing or a fast heartbeat
Look for confusion, weakness, or unusual tiredness
Seek medical help if symptoms are severe or worsening