How to Safely Bring Down a Toddler's Temperature
Things You'll Need
- Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen
- Light clothing
- Water or juice
Instructions
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Give your child the correct dosage of Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for his age and body weight. Check the dosage chart on the bottle.
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Dress her in lightweight, non-constricting cotton clothing. Allow the heat to leave her body. Do not cover her in blankets. A light blanket is permissible if she wants it.
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Offer water or juice to keep him hydrated. Limit activity as much as possible to keep his temperature from rising.
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Sponge your child with lukewarm water --- 85 to 90 degrees --- for 20 to 30 minutes if her fever exceeds 104 degrees and she doesn't respond to Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen. Call her pediatrician to advise him of the fever.
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Place a cool cloth on the back of his neck. That area acts as a natural thermostat for the body and the cool cloth should lower the temperature quickly.
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