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A Patient with Bacterial Meningitis Has an Elevated Temperature

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A patient with bacterial meningitis has an elevated temperature.Which actions should the nurse take to reduce this patient's temperature? (Select all that apply.)


A) Use tepid sponge baths as needed
B) Monitor temperature every 4 hours
C) Apply ice to the groin every 2 hours
D) Administer antipyretics as prescribed
E) Place on a cooling blanket if available

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