Which is an appropriate nursing intervention when caring for an infant with an upper respiratory tract infection and elevated temperature?
A) Give tepid water baths to reduce fever.
B) Encourage food intake to maintain caloric needs.
C) Have child wear heavy clothing to prevent chilling.
D) Give small amounts of favorite fluids frequently to prevent dehydration.

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Preventing dehydration by small frequent feedings is an important intervention in the febrile child. Tepid water baths may induce shivering, which raises temperature. Food should not be forced; it may result in the child vomiting. The febrile child should be dressed in light, loose clothing.

Which Is an Appropriate Nursing Intervention When Caring for an Infant