While reviewing various studies about the use of antipyretics possibly prolonging illness, the nurse notes that there are benefits to their use for the child with fever. What would the nurse identify as the best explanation related to the benefit
of antipyretics?
A) They slow the growth of bacteria.
B) They increase neutrophil production.
C) They encourage T-cell proliferation.
D) They help decrease fluid requirements.
Ans: D
Antipyretics provide symptomatic relief by increasing comfort in the child and decreasing fluid requirements, which helps to prevent dehydration. Fever has been shown to slow the growth of bacteria, increase neutrophil production, and encourage T-cell proliferation.
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