The nurse is providing care to a patient with pneumonia and has a fever.Which intervention should the nurse implement to attain the goal of normal body temperature?

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Administering antipyretic medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen is the most common intervention to reduce fever in patients with pneumonia. Increasing the ambient temperature of the environment may exacerbate the fever, rather than improving the situation. Restricting fluids during periods of hyperthermia may lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The use of ice packs and tepid baths may worsen the condition by causing shivering, which increases metabolic heat production, leading to further elevation of the body temperature.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient with Pneumonia