What Should the Nurse Do When Giving a Child with Hyperthermia

question 7

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse do when giving a child with hyperthermia a tepid water or sponge bath?

• 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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