What Do You Really Know About Fever?

One minute you're hot; the next, you're chilled and your teeth chatter. You've got a fever. But look on the bright side: Fever seems to serve a helpful function in the body. See how much you know about fever by taking this quiz.

1. At which point is an elevated body temperature considered a fever?

A. 98.8 degrees B. 99 degrees C. 99.6 degrees D. 100.4 degrees

2. What should you do if a child has a temperature of 103.5 degrees two hours after taking fever medication?

A. Sponge child with rubbing alcohol B. Sponge child with lukewarm water C. Give liquids D. B and C

3. Why should you avoid bundling up with blankets when chills occur with a fever?

A. It will cause the fever to rise B. It will cause fever to last longer C. It won't stop the chills D. It will cause heavy sweating

4. What is the best way to cool the body if the fever is low-grade (102 degrees or lower)?

A. Sponge with cold water B. Sponge with lukewarm water C. Chew ice D. Use an ice pack

5. Which of these cases warrant a call to the doctor when fever is a symptom?

A. An older child has a fever of 101 degrees B. An infant younger than 3 months has a 101-degree fever C. Fever in an older child doesn't subside after 48 hours D. B and C

6. Children can experience seizures as the result of fever. At which age are these seizures most likely to occur?

A. 6 months old B. A 2 years old C. 3 years old D. 5 years old

7. What else besides viruses, fungal, parasitic and bacterial infections can cause fever?

A. Dehydration B. Drug overdose C. Medications D. All of the above

8. How high can strenuous exercise raise the body temperature?

A. To 100 degrees B. To 102 degrees C. To 104 degrees D. To 110 degrees

9. The body is at what temperature when heatstroke can occur?

A. 105 degrees B. 104 degrees C. 107 degrees D. 108 degrees

10. Ice helps reduce body temperature if fever results from heat exhaustion. Where should you apply an ice pack?

A. Behind the neck B. In the armpits C. In the groin D. Any of the above