A patient with bacterial meningitis has an elevated temperature. Which actions should the nurse take to reduce this patient's temperature? (Select all that apply.)
a. Use tepid sponge baths as needed
b. Monitor temperature every 4 hours
c. Apply ice to the groin every 2 hours
d. Administer antipyretics as prescribed
e. Place on a cooling blanket if available
ANS: A, B, D, E
To help reduce hyperthermia associated with bacterial meningitis the nurse should use tepid sponge baths as needed, monitor the temperature every 4 hours, administer antipyretics as prescribed, and place on a cooling blanket if available. C. Ice should not be applied to the groin because shivering could occur.
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