The mother of preschool-age client tells the nurse that the client has frequent fevers. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
A) "Fevers are most frequently seen in children because of developing immunity."
B) "This is unusual because common diseases of childhood rarely result in fevers."
C) "Your child must be around people with illnesses."
D) "Your child's immunity is compromised."
Answer: A
The very young and the very old have diminishing immunity, which places them at risk for fevers. Fevers are most frequently seen in children because of developing immunity. The nurse has no way of knowing if the client's immunity is compromised. The child may or may not be around people with illnesses. Common diseases of childhood frequently result in fevers.
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