A Critically Ill Child Has Hyperthermia

question 35

Multiple Choice

A critically ill child has hyperthermia. The parents ask the nurse to give an antipyretic such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) . The nurse should explain that antipyretics:

• A)May cause malignant hyperthermia.
• B)May cause febrile seizures.
• C)Are of no value in treating hyperthermia.
• D)Are of limited value in treating hyperthermia.

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