Fever Quiz : Healthline.com

At which point is an elevated body temperature considered a fever?

A. 98.8 degrees B. 99 degrees C. 99.6 degrees D. 100 degrees or higher

Why should you avoid bundling up with blankets when chills occur with a fever?

A. that will cause the fever to rise B. that will cause fever to last longer C. that won't stop the chills D. that will cause heavy sweating

What is the best way to cool the body if the fever is low-grade (102 degrees or lower)?

A. sponge with cold water B. sponge with tepid water C. chew ice D. use an ice pack

Which of these cases warrant a call to the doctor when fever is a symptom?

A. an older child has a fever of 101 degrees B. an infant younger than 3 months has a 101-degree fever C. fever in an older child doesn't subside after 48 hours D. b and c

Children can experience seizures as the result of fever. At which age are these seizures most likely to occur?

A. 6 months old B. 2 years old C. 3 years old D. 5 years old

What else besides viruses and bacterial infections can cause fever?

A. dehydration B. drug overdose C. medications D. all of the above

How high can strenuous exercise raise the body temperature?

A. to 100 degrees B. to 102 degrees C. to 103 degrees D. to 110 degrees

Ice helps reduce body temperature if fever results from heat exhaustion. Where should you apply an ice pack?

A. behind the neck B. in the armpits C. in the groin D. any of the above

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