The hand-off report nurse states to the student nurse that the client was febrile during the night. Based on this information, what is considered a fever by the oral route?
A) 35.5°C–37.5°C (95.9°F–99.5°F)
B) 36.6°C–38°C (97.9°F–100.4°F)
C) 34.7°C–37.3°C (94.5°F–99.1°F)
D) 37.5°C–39.4°C (100°F–103°F)
D
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Oral temperatures in fever can range from 37.5°C to 39.4°C (100°F–103° F) or greater. Normal temperatures by route are as follows: Oral: 35.5°C–37.5°C (95.9°F–99.5°F); Rectal: 36.6°C–38°C (97.9°F–100.4°F); Axillary: 34.7°C–37.3°C (94.5°F–99.1°F).
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