Fever CH 6 PDF
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This document provides information on fever, including normal temperatures, self-treatment guidelines, and exclusions. It includes considerations for different age groups and potential complications.
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ever chapter6 F NormalTemp 97.5F 98.9 bcofmeningitissendtoER so Fever= *always ask about SITE of measurement for fever b/c it is di erent! -always measure t...
ever chapter6 F NormalTemp 97.5F 98.9 bcofmeningitissendtoER so Fever= *always ask about SITE of measurement for fever b/c it is di erent! -always measure the SAME SITE over course of illness *DO NOT use mercury thermometer or color changing thermometer!! Pen-like thermometers used: -axillary (rarely accurate) -rectal (best for
