Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a respiratory illness and a temperature of 39.3° C (102.7° F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the toddler's temperature?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Removing extra clothing allows heat loss safely. Tepid baths risk shivering, aspirin risks Reye's syndrome, and cooling blankets are for severe cases.