During the day shift, a patient's temperature measures 97 $\degree$F (36.1 $\degree$C) orally. At 2000, the patient's temperature measures 102 $\degree$F (38.9 $\degree$C). What effect does this rise in temperature have on the patient's basal metabolic rate?

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A rise in body temperature increases the basal metabolic rate (BMR) by about 10% to 13% per degree Celsius. The temperature increase from 36.1°C to 38.9°C is approximately 2.8°C, which could increase the BMR by roughly 28% to 36%. Therefore, the closest option is an increase by 35%.

During the Day Shift, a Patient's Temperature Measures 97 °\degree° F (361

During the Day Shift, a Patient's Temperature Measures 97 $\degree$ F (361