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A patient develops hyperthermia related to a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which of the following nursing interventions would be effective in the treatment of hyperthermia?
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1. Reduce the temperature of the room environment.
2. Administer antipyretic medications as prescribed.
3. Promote frequent rest periods.
4. Administer ice packs.
5. Restrict fluids.
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1,2,3 -- Reduce the temperature of the room environment. This is one way to promote body cooling without causing the patient to shiver. Administer antipyretic medications as prescribed. Anti-pyretic medication lowers the body temperature. Promote frequent rest periods. Rest will reduce metabolic demands on the body. Administer ice packs. Ice packs could cause shivering and should be used with caution. Restrict fluids. Restricting fluids could cause the body temperature to increase. The patient will need additional fluids.
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