Question
Can a child with a fever take a nap? They have been running a low fever of 38 degrees, and it went down after taking medicine, but then it came back up.
Answer
Children with a fever still need adequate rest to enhance their immunity. If the child wants to sleep, they should be allowed to have a peaceful nap. It is recommended to start with physical cooling (cooling), such as removing clothing and blankets, wiping the child’s entire body with warm water, ensuring they drink plenty of water, and not wrapping them too tightly, which helps dissipate heat. If the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees, you can give them oral ibuprofen suspension. If the fever persists, it is important to seek medical attention promptly.