The parents of a 7-month-old child with an infection ask the nurse about how to treat their child's fever. After providing teaching, the parents voice understanding with which statements? Select all that apply
A) "Unless my child develops a fever over 102.2°F , I don't need to make an appointment with the physician."
B) "Having a temperature over 38°C puts my child at risk for the infection spreading to the bloodstream."
C) "I can use acetaminophen to help with the symptoms of the infection but it won't get rid of the infection."
D) "Even though people get frightened, fevers are not a bad thing during an infection unless it gets too high."
E) "Any fever is dangerous and can cause serious damage to brain cells if it goes on too long."
Ans: A, C, D
In infants older than 3 months of age, fever less than 39°C (102.2°F) usually does not require treatment by a physician. Antipyretics, such as acetaminophen, provide symptomatic relief but do not change the course of the infection. A fever can actually enhance various components of the immune response. Infants younger than 3 months of age with a rectal temperature greater than 38°C should be seen by a physician or nurse practitioner because of increased risk of sepsis.
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