A child, age 7 years, has a fever associated with a viral illness. She is being cared for at home. What is the principal reason for treating fever in this child?

A child, age 7 years, has a fever associated with a viral illness. She is being cared for at home. What is the principal reason for treating fever in this child?



a. Relief of discomfort
b. Reassurance that illness is temporary
c. Prevention of secondary bacterial infection
d. Avoidance of life-threatening complications


Answer: A


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