A young adult patient who is receiving antibiotics for an infected leg wound has a temperature of 101.8 F (38.7 C). Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Apply a cooling blanket.
b. Notify the health care provider.
c. Give the prescribed PRN aspirin (Ascriptin) 650 mg.
d. Check the patient's oral temperature again in 4 hours.
Question 2
A patient with rheumatoid arthritis has been taking corticosteroids for 11 months. Which nursing action is most likely to detect early signs of infection in this patient?
a. Monitor white blood cell count.
b. Check the skin for areas of redness.
c. Check the temperature every 2 hours.
d. Ask about fatigue or feelings of malaise.