A client with Crohn's disease develops a fever of 101° F (38.3° C) and periumbilical pain. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Administer the PRN order for acetaminophen.
B. Apply moist heat to the periumbilical region.
C. Notify the health care provider.
D. Increase the IV fluid rate.
C
Periumbilical pain and fever are signs of fistula formation or severe inflammation, and should be reported to the health care provider.
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