Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client who has a core temperature of 97┬░F (36.1┬░C) post-op in the post-anesthesia care unit. What action(s) will the nurse take in light of this finding? (Select all that apply)
Correct answer
C,D
Rationale
Warmed IV fluids (C) and warm blankets (D) address mild hypothermia. Blood transfusion (A) is unrelated, warm irrigation (B) is not standard, and acetaminophen (E) is for fever, not hypothermia.