Fever in Surgical Patients
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Which of the following is the definition of fever?

  • A decrease in body temperature below normal
  • A decrease in body temperature within the normal range
  • An increase in body temperature within the normal range
  • An increase in body temperature above normal (correct)
  • What is the normal body temperature range?

  • 36.5°C - 37.2°C (correct)
  • 38.5°C - 39.5°C
  • 35.5°C - 36.5°C
  • 37.2°C - 38.5°C
  • What is hyperthermia?

  • A type of fever caused by bacterial infections
  • An increase in body temperature above 38.5°C
  • A type of fever caused by viral infections
  • A condition where the body loses its ability to control temperature (correct)
  • What are the types of fever?

    <p>Intermittent, Remittent, Hectic, Continuous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes fever in a surgical patient?

    <p>Bacterial and viral infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

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