A Patient with a Systemic Bacterial Infection Has "Goose Pimples

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient with a systemic bacterial infection has "goose pimples," feels cold,and has a shaking chill.At this stage of the febrile response,what would the nurse expect to find?

• A) Flushing of the skin
• B) Rising body temperature
• C) Decreasing blood pressure
• D) Relief of muscle aching and fatigue

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