Firstly, they administer antipyretic medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to reduce body temperature and alleviate discomfort. Additionally, nurses implement physical cooling methods, such as tepid sponge baths or the application of cooling blankets, to assist in temperature reduction.

Fever Nursing Care Plan
Carepatron's free PDF download provides a template for nursing care planning. It helps you understand the nursing diagnoses associated with fever and how to provide adequate care for patients.
Fever Nursing Care Plan Template
Commonly asked questions
A common nursing diagnosis for fever is "risk for imbalanced body temperature" related to the body's inability to regulate temperature due to infection or inflammation. However, nursing diagnoses are not as commonly used in real-life clinical settings today.
Nursing interventions for yellow fever include supportive care to manage symptoms such as fever, nausea, and vomiting, ensuring adequate hydration and fluid balance, and monitoring for signs of complications such as liver damage or hemorrhage.
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