Pyrexia (fever) can be classed as Low-grade: 38–39ºC (100.4–102.2ºF) Moderate: 39–40ºC (102.2–104ºF) High-grade: >40ºC (>104ºF) Hyperpyrexia: >42ºC (>107.6ºF) (a medical emergency) During clinical...

Pyrexia (fever) can be classed as

Low-grade: 38–39ºC (100.4–102.2ºF)

Moderate: 39–40ºC (102.2–104ºF)

High-grade: >40ºC (>104ºF)

Hyperpyrexia: >42ºC (>107.6ºF) (a medical emergency)

During clinical placements identify patients who have changes in temperature.

Can you identify the causes?

What treatments are required to manage patients with hypothermia and hyperpyrexia?