When the nurse is discussing the patient's cyclical temperature fluctuation occurring on a daily basis, what term should the nurse use?
A) Thermogenesis cycle
B) Thermoconductive phases
C) Adaptive pattern
D) Circadian rhythm

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Circadian rhythm refers to the natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours, including daily temperature fluctuations.

When the Nurse Is Discussing the Patient's Cyclical Temperature Fluctuation