A 1-Day Postoperative Client Has a Temperature of 36

question 25

Multiple Choice

A 1-day postoperative client has a temperature of 36.8°C.What is the nurse's next best action?

• A) Contact the primary care provider for guidance.
• B) Document the temperature and continue with his care.
• C) Administer the prescribed antipyretic medication.
• D) Instruct the client to drink more fluids.

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Definitions:

Scurvy

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, characterized by swollen bleeding gums, bruising, and weakness.

Vitamin C

An essential nutrient and antioxidant found in fruits and vegetables, important for the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters.

Skin

The outermost layer of an organism's body that acts as a protective barrier against environmental hazards and pathogens.

Glucose Absorption

The process by which glucose is taken up from the bloodstream into cells, primarily in the small intestine, for energy production and storage.