-Temperature can be taken orally, rectally or under the armpit.
-A person is consider feverish if the oral temperature is above 100 F (37,8 C), or rectal temperature is above 100,7 F (38,2). Temperatures measured under the armpit are not considered as accurate and can be as much as 1F lower than an oral measurement
-A temperature below 100,4 (38 C) is considered a low-grade or mild fever. It means that the body is responding to an infection.
2.Treat fever, if necessary
No treatment is necessary for a mild fever unless the person is uncomfortable, if the fever is 102◦ or higher.
-Give an over the counter medicine such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen as directed on the label. Warning: Do NOT give aspirin to anyone under 18 unless directed to do so by a doctor.
-Bathing or sponging in lukewarm water may bring the temperature down. Do not use cold water or alcohol.
-Have the person wear light clothing and use a light cover or sheet- overdressing can make body temperature go up. If the person gets chills, use an extra blanket until they go away.
3.Give liquids
-Have the person drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
4.Follow up
-Contact a doctor if the high body temperature lasts for more than three days or gets worse.
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