Which nursing interventions are appropriate for a 38-year-old patient admitted with a diagnosis of Dehydration who has a temperature of 101.5°F (38.6°C)? Select all that apply.

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An elevated temperature can be expected in a patient with dehydration.A temperature of 101.5°F (38.6°C)in a 38-year-old adult will require fluids to replace those lost through diaphoresis and monitoring of vital signs at least every 2 hours.The frequency of VS may increase if the patient's temperature continues to increase.An increase in respirations is expected with an elevated temperature (respiratory rate increases by up to four breaths/min for every 1°F [0.6°C] increase in temperature).The nurse should encourage the patient to eat a balanced and healthy diet,not withhold foods.A cooling blanket is not indicated for a temperature of 101.5°F.

Which Nursing Interventions Are Appropriate for a 38-Year-Old Patient Admitted