Tepid Water or Sponge Baths Are Indicated for Hyperthermia in Children

question 38

Multiple Choice

Tepid water or sponge baths are indicated for hyperthermia in children. The nurse should do which of the following?

• A)Add isopropyl alcohol to the water.
• B)Direct a fan on the child in the bath.
• C)Stop the bath if the child begins to chill.
• D)Continue the bath for 5 minutes.

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