A Young Man with Malaria Spikes a Temperature of 105°F

question 3

Multiple Choice

A young man with malaria spikes a temperature of 105°F (40.5°C) and begins to hallucinate.How should the nurse assess this?

• A)Delirium
• B)Psychotic break
• C)Possible stroke
• D)Anxiety disorder

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Definitions:

Preoccupation With Food

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Mood Disorders

A category of mental disorders involving persistent and significant emotional disturbances that affect daily functioning.

Brain Chemicals

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