A nurse is caring for a child who has hyperthermia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Hyperthermia significantly increases the risk of febrile seizures in children — seizure precautions (padded side rails, suction available, airway management) are a priority nursing intervention. Ice water submersion causes vasoconstriction, which traps heat in the body core and is dangerous — tepid water sponge baths are used instead. A thermal blanket traps heat and worsens hyperthermia. Aspirin is contraindicated in children due to the risk of Reye's syndrome — acetaminophen or ibuprofen is used.