Question

What should be done when a 10-month-old child has a fever of 7.9 degrees?

Answer

When a child has a fever, the following measures can be taken:

  1. Provide adequate hydration to maintain body fluid balance.
  2. Use lukewarm water to wipe the body for physical cooling.
  3. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered under medical guidance.
  4. Pay attention to the child’s condition changes, and seek immediate medical attention if the fever persists or is accompanied by other symptoms.