Asked by Alixx Mcmichael on Apr 28, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient who suffered a traumatic head injury.The patient's temperature rises to 104.5° F but there is no evidence of infection.Which statement will the nurse make to the patient's family member who verbalizes concern over the patient's fever?
A) "The area of the brain that controls body temperature was damaged."
B) "The body is compensating for losing too much body heat in the accident."
C) "I will contact the physician now to obtain an order for antibiotics."
D) "The hospital room must be too warm so I will turn down the thermostat."
Body Temperature
A measure of the warmth or coldness of the human or animal body, typically expressed in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
Traumatic Head Injury
Physical trauma to the head that can lead to significant brain damage, symptoms, and in some instances, long-term complications.
Neurological Damage
Harm or dysfunction in the nervous system, often resulting from injury, illness, or trauma.
- Recognize and elucidate suitable nursing measures for individuals experiencing fever and difficulties in temperature regulation.
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Kennedy MaxwellMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The hypothalamus is the section of the brain that controls body temperature.Damage to the hypothalamus can lead to elevation of temperature as the body's thermostat is damaged.The body is not compensating for losing too much body heat in the accident.Antibiotics are not indicated as the fever is due to hypothalamus damage not infection.An overly warm hospital room would not cause a fever of 104.5° F.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and elucidate suitable nursing measures for individuals experiencing fever and difficulties in temperature regulation.