ATI Med Surg Nurs 224g

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A nurse is caring for a client who has meningitis and a temperature of 39.7°C (103.5°F). The client is prescribed a hypothermia blanket. While using this therapy, the nurse should know that the client must be carefully observed for which of the following complications?

A. Dehydration B. Burns C. Shivering D. Seizures

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Shivering is a natural response to cooling from the hypothermia blanket and may need to be controlled with medications.

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