All of the Following Clients Have a Body Temperature of 38°C

question 27

Multiple Choice

All of the following clients have a body temperature of 38°C (100.4°F) . About which client would a nurse be most concerned?

• A) An older adult
• B) A pregnant adolescent
• C) A junior high football player
• D) An infant 2 months of age

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Definitions:

Psychological Reaction

The mental and emotional response of an individual to a particular situation, event, or stimulus.

Inherent

Intrinsic or natural characteristics that are permanently embedded within an entity or individual.

Type A

A behavioral pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, aggressiveness, and a sense of urgency.

Heart Disease

A range of conditions affecting the heart, including blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm problems, and heart defects.