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    Ati Lpn Paediatrics (Nursing Care Of Newborn) Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a respiratory illness and a temperature of 39.3° C (102.7" F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the toddler's temperature?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale:A) A tepid bath may cause shivering, which can increase the temperature.B) Aspirin is contraindicated in children due to the risk of Reye's syndrome.C) Removing the toddler's extra clothing can help lower the body temperature by allowing heat to escape through the skin.D) Cooling blankets are typically reserved for severe cases of hyperthermia and may not be appropriate or safe for use in a toddler with a moderately elevated temperature.

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