A 24-year-old patient who is receiving antibiotics for an infected leg wound has a temperature of 101.8° F. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Mild to moderate temperature elevations (less than 103° F) do not harm the young adult patient and may benefit host defense mechanisms; the nurse should continue to monitor the temperature. Antipyretics are not indicated unless the patient is complaining of fever-related symptoms. There is no need to notify the patient's health care provider or to use a cooling blanket for a moderate temperature elevation.

A 24-Year-Old Patient Who Is Receiving Antibiotics for an Infected