The nurse uses cooling techniques to keep the body temperature below 105° F because such elevated temperature can:
a. cause excessive thirst.
b. cause excessive perspiration.
c. damage body cells.
d. increase heart rate.
C
If temperature exceeds 105° F, normal body cells may be damaged.
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True False