The nurse reminds a group of CNAs that for a patient with an elevated temperature, the quickest and simplest technique to reduce the temperature is to:
a. apply ice packs to the groin.
b. bathe in tepid water.
c. remove clothing and bed linen.
d. give chilled drinks.
C
Removing the patient's clothing and bed linen covering the patient is a quick, simple, and usually effective way to reduce temperature. The application of ice packs may result in excessive cooling and result in shivering, which acts to increase metabolic rate. Bathing in tepid water is effective but requires more time and interaction than simply removing clothing and bed linens. Chilled drinks will not adequately reduce the total body temperature.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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