A nurse is obtaining a client's vital signs. The client has a new onset of a temperature of 39° C (102° F). Which of the following other vital signs should the nurse expect? An elevated pulse rate A decreased blood pressure An elevated blood pressure A decreased pulse rate
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Fever is the body's natural response to fighting infections like coughs and colds. When a person has a fever, the body's metabolic rate increases. This means that the body is working harder than usual, which can affect other vital signs. One of the most common Show more…
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