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Sponge Bath for Fever
Aka: Sponge Bath for Fever
- See Also
- Fever Symptomatic Treatment
- Fever
- Indications
- Fever >104 degrees Fahrenheit
- No relief with Analgesics
- Acetaminophen
- Ibuprofen
- Precautions
- Consider evaluation for serious causes of high fever
- Technique
- Partially submerged in lukewarm water 85-90 degrees
- Duration: 15 to 20 minutes, repeated as needed
- Avoid water that is too cold (avoid shivering)
- Adjuncts
- Give Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen before sponging
- Medications assist in maintaining lower Temperature