During an assessment, the nurse notes that a client who was a victim of an industrial accident has a mildly elevated body temperature. When discussing the client's increased temperature, which will the nurse attribute it to?
A) Infection
B) Diet
C) Exercise
D) Stress
Answer: D
Factors that affect body temperature include age, diurnal variations, exercise, hormones, stress, and environment. The client who is a victim of an industrial accident most likely has a temperature elevation because of stress. There is no evidence presented to suspect infection. The client was not exercising. Diet does not influence body temperature.
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