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Category - Physiological Adaptation

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A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old boy with an elevated temperature. Which of the following actions of the nurse is the most appropriate when caring for a child with fever?

Increase the child’s fluid intake
Apply warm blankets
Offer foods low in calories
Let the child wear thick clothes to prevent chills

Explanation

Answer: A - The nurse should encourage the child to increase his fluid intake to prevent dehydration. The child should be given foods high in calories, as the metabolic rate increases during periods of stress and fever. Have the child wear light and loose fitting clothes to aid heat loss.

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