The nurse is caring for a client with a fever of 101.8 °F oral. Which other vital signs would the nurse anticipate would be The nurse is caring for a client with a fever of 101.8 °F oral. Which other vital signs would the nurse anticipate would be affected?
1. Pulse rate
2. Respiratory rate
3. Diastolic blood pressure
4. Systolic blood pressure
5. Oxygen saturation
Correct Answer: 1,2
Pulse and respiratory rate will increase with fever. The client's oxygen saturation might remain normal with a fever unless his respiratory status is compromised, and then the increased demand for oxygen could cause a drop in oxygen saturation. Blood pressure is usually not significantly impacted by fever.
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