Question
The baby has been acting up and crying constantly lately, with a high body temperature of 40 degrees. After a hospital check-up, no issues were found. How should parents handle this situation?
Answer
When a child’s body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, safe and low-side-effect fever-reducing medications can be used, along with physical cooling methods such as drinking plenty of water, using fever-reducing patches, or wiping with lukewarm water. At the same time, maintain good ventilation in the room, dress the child in loose clothing, and avoid excessive covering. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees, the child should be taken to the hospital immediately for treatment to prevent possible febrile seizures. During the trip to the hospital, continue to monitor the child’s body temperature and ensure their comfort and safety.