Fever (Pyrexia) - often an indicator that infection is present. 0.0 / 5 ? NursingClinical manifestation of infectionUniversityAll boards Created by: AshleeDCreated on: 18-10-23 16:02 What is the normal body temperature and ideal for homeostasis in the body? Oral temp of 37.2C 1 of 8 Which part of the brain regulates temperature in the body? Hypothalamus 2 of 8 What visual signs might you look for in a patient with a suspected fever? Shivering attacks (vasoconstriction) Sweating (vasodilation) Tachycardia Headache Bodily pain or weakness Dehydration 3 of 8 Give four examples of External Pyrogens Fungi Viruses Plasmodia Bacteria (live and killed) 4 of 8 What are pyrogens? A type of biochemical substance released in response to some injury or microorganisms entering the body. 5 of 8 What might we physically examine as nurses to monitor a patient with a fever? Temperature Eyes Pulse Blood pressure 6 of 8 What tests might we carry out initially to determine the cause of pyrexia? Full Blood Count Urine Test Chest Xray 7 of 8 How might we treat Pyrexia? Medication- Ibuprofen, Aspirin Antibiotics Antiviral drugs Rest Fluids 8 of 8
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