A mother has called 911 for medical assistance. She states that her 3-month-old son has a rectal temperature of 99.7°F and is not feeding. Which statement would be appropriate when talking with the mother about the infant's temperature?
A) "You are right, he does have a fever. Have you given him any Tylenol?"
B) "Fever in babies is always a concern. Has he ever had a febrile seizure?"
C) "Why don't we get him undressed so we can cool him down?"
D) "Given his age, a temperature of 99.7°F is normal."
D) "Given his age, a temperature of 99.7°F is normal."
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