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Fever in the nursing home resident
J M Lindsay1, W B Greenough, L B Zelesnick
1Johns Hopkins Geriatric Center.
Maryland Medical Journal (Baltimore, Md. : 1985)
|February 1, 1994
Summary
Fever is a key indicator of a patient
Area of Science:
- Geriatrics
- Internal Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Body temperature is a crucial physiological indicator.
- Fever, or elevated body temperature, can signify underlying health issues.
- Monitoring temperature is vital for assessing patient status, especially in vulnerable populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review typical and atypical febrile responses.
- To investigate the sources and causes of fever.
- To highlight key aspects of fever management in nursing home residents.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of febrile response patterns.
- Analysis of common and uncommon causes of fever.
- Focus on diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive strategies for fever.
Main Results:
- Identification of various febrile response patterns.
- Discussion of diverse etiologies contributing to fever.
- Emphasis on practical approaches for fever management in elderly care.
Conclusions:
- Fever is an important clinical sign requiring careful evaluation.
- Understanding febrile responses aids in timely diagnosis and treatment.
- Effective management strategies are essential for improving outcomes in nursing home patients.