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The nurse has just administered ibuprofen to a child with a temperature of 102° F (38.8° C). The nurse would also take which action?
The nurse has just administered ibuprofen to a child with a temperature of 102° F (38.8° C). The nurse would also take which action?
- Withhold oral fluids for 8 hours
- Sponge the child with cold water
- Plan to administer salicylate in 4 hours
- Remove excess clothing and blankets (correct)
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Why remove excess clothing after administering antipyretic?
Why remove excess clothing after administering antipyretic?
Removing excess clothing and blankets helps to reduce body temperature by promoting heat loss through convection and radiation.