PATHOLOGY MCQ
INFLAMMATION
Question
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Fever can result in death, especially if body temperature exceeds ____
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44C
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37C
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41C
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45C
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -43 °C (109.4 °F) – Normally death, or there may be serious brain damage, continuous convulsions, and shock. Cardio-respiratory collapse will likely occur. 42 °C (107.6 °F) – Subject may turn pale or remain flushed and red. They may become comatose, be in severe delirium, vomiting, and convulsions can occur.
Detailed explanation-2: -Fever is a rise in body temperature, usually caused by infection. Fevers caused by viral illnesses shouldn’t be treated with antibiotics, since these drugs have no effect against viruses. High fever (about 41.5°C or more) is extremely dangerous and could trigger convulsions.
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