ACCT 212 Study Guide - Final Guide: Thermometer, Microorganism, Perspiration
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Tepid sponge bath is considered as one of the best cooling treatments. This method is recommended for febrile individuals, especially those with fever ranging from 102. 2 for higher. It is effective in relieving fever by reducing high temperature and also helpful in alleviating pain or comfort. Read on to learn more about how to do tepid sponge bath in a hospital setting. To lower down temperature to the body"s normal range. Important points (1) remind the patient to call for assistance when getting up. The combination of the elevated temperatures and sponge bath could weaken the patient. (2) constantly check the patient"s temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate . (3) maintain a level of privacy. Note: this is important to reassure the identification of the right patient. You can: ask their name directly/ ask their name thru their so; their name were stamped at the hospital bed (you can look for it)
