While Assessing the Vital Signs of a 35-Year-Old Client, the Nurse

question 4

Multiple Choice

While assessing the vital signs of a 35-year-old client, the nurse records a blood pressure of 130/85 and body temperature as 103⁰ F. The client's complete blood count value indicates the presence of an acute infection. What is the best nursing intervention for this client?

• A) Administer aspirin to reduce fever.
• B) Avoid administering ibuprofen to reduce fever.
• C) Avoid administering acetaminophen to reduce fever.
• D) All of the above

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