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Show 1 WEEKLY REFLEX DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL, MARCH WHEN VERY ill, the temperature should be taken rectally. Oral temperatures are generally one degree lower than rectal temps, and under the arm temps are two degrees lower than rectal temps. Temperatures outside the normal limits are generally caused by outside direct effects on the body (the environment), or by effects on the regulation center of the brain. IN NEWBORNS and very young, the environment may more easily override the place in the center of the brain in an area called the hypothalmus. This area acts as the bodys thermostat. It is not a fixed regulator; but rather is one that fluctuates a degree per about one-half our lowest temperature is in the morning just before we get up, and our highest temperatures are in the later afternoon, early evening. result in either low or high temperatures. If this be the case, the best way to get the temperature back to normal is to regulate the infants environment. A general principle when dealing with young children is BODIES regulate temperature by controlling the production of heat at the metabolic cellular level, or through heat loss as in flushed skin, sweat, panting and decreased activity. OUR week. MOST OFTEN, the cause for fever in infants and children is related to changes on the regulation center in the hypothalmus. These changes are most usually related to changes that take place during inflammation or infec- I CANNOT emphasize enough that a warm skin temperature does not necessarily mean fever; and the Please keep in mind that fever is only a symptom, and not a disease. Fever in an infant under four months of age may be the first and only symptom of severe disease; and this infant requires immediate medical attention. FEVER IN children on certain medications or with specific serious diseases that affect the bodys immunity may be more serious, requiring doctors attention. Our bodies can usually withstand temperatures under 106; however, should it rise further or remain at 106 for LIQUIDS that evaporate from the skin cause a loss of heat. This is the same cooling effect as when you walk out of a shower or bath. To use this principle, use a warm wet wash cloth to wet the child and allow him to air dry. Remember it is the evaporation that cools; so do not just keep the baby in the tub.lt used to be a practice to use rubbing alcohol because it cools quickly; but this may be dangerous because the fumes may be easily absorbed and possibly cause eye damage, coma or convulsions. MEDICINES are a useful tool if used properly. Two different medicines that can be used (if no reactions occur are aspirin and acetaSince these minophen. medicines are different, they, can be used separately, or together. When used together, a higher fever may be controlled better. Please read labels. Many cold medicines contain either aspirin or acetaminophen.' You may possibly give an temperature should be taken. And in the same fashion, a child with symptoms of infection whose skin does not feel warm, should have his temperature taken, because he might have a fever. CERTAIN basic control measures should be taken to control fever. THE DOSAGE for both aspirin and acetaminophen is the same; one grain per year of age every four hours. chilling and shivering. prolonged periods, the brain may suffer damage. Fever as an only symptom in older infants and children can usually be observed by the parent alone, for up to one baby. tion. regulation systems, and foMireffl Arad! to avoid sudden change and work for steady gradual change. For example, do not use an ice bath to bring down the temperature, nor vigorous methods to quickly heat the mal. THE REGULATION of normal body temperature takes Usually QmifiainitiG and age. As a general guide, rectal temperatures higher than 100.5 or below 97.2 should be considered abnor- Certain principles about nor-mbody temperature and fever will help the parent make a decision regarding when and how quick to get specific help. day. Odd Normal temperature also varies between individuals Not all children with fever need to be seen by the doctor. t , overdose unmeaningly. (Fgtcf By RICHARD M. SAG., M.D. ' 29, 1979 If First, remember that water is used up more quickly with fever, and the child should be given increased amounts. Decreased body activity will decrease heat production, so keep the child down. Many blankets will conserve heat and may raise the temperature. So to allow the heat to few as use dissipate, blankets as possible; but at the same time try to avoid For example a l2 year child can take l1 grains; and a 6 month old may take grain. One grain equals 60 mg (milligrams). An adult dose is 10 grains, or two regular aspirin pills. A ten year old can take an adult dose. One baby aspirin pill is equal to lli grains so four baby aspirins equal one adult pill. If you have questions about the dosage, it is wise to check with your doctor. IF AFTER these measures the fever is not controlled -- perhaps your child should be examined by a doctor. If your child develops other symp- toms, or symptoms more severe than a runny nose, it may be wise to call your doctor for specific advice. Many times an office visit can be averted by same simple suggestions. If you have any questions about todays article please feel free to write Richard M. Sag, M.D., North Davis KIDS AWAIT CARNIVAL Awaiting the carnival are, 2132 N. 1700 W., C, Layton, Utah, 84041. Pediatrics, Suite Pollock, Chad Arndt and Rebecca Loveland. On March 31 from 4-- 8 p.m. at the Layton Armory, 34 Golden Avenue, a carnival bazaar will be held. This carnival is sponsored by the Vae View and stake centers of the Davis County Head Start program. THIS EVENT is open to the entire public and will prove to d be a evening for the whole family. The prizes will include an afghan, hooked rug and a pair of embroidered pillow cases. PRICES EFFECTIVE LlARCIl 23 Ifcru 31 fun-fille- SAFEWAY STORES III LAYTON A display will be presented by the Parent Education Resources Center to show the ' , services available there. A program will be presented by the Headstart children and a ' . display of their art work. 1 THE wm 4 Mar IJ I MdwUatninyFuii FwWChMrml SMake Learning Fun For Your Children! I ROLL PACK ' even- - : For further information or ' , mg. tickets call Margaret tamante ' or Marilyn 376-327- 1 Wilson Bus- .. HEADSTART federally-funde- is a ' program a better start d ' designed to give to the child. The j'" program is open to 4 and 5 , year olds from families or with a handicap. ' To apply call Headstart )j director Donna Harston or your local pre-scho- ) IMG itS Oio 2d Headstart children and also will be sold at the door for a $1 donation. COUNTRY Squires present music for the 1 ! : band from Ogden will a Tickets are being sold by FAMILY SCOn to r, Brian 1 EASTER IS close and handmade items will be on sale as well as baked goods. Fish for real live gold fish or cake go on an walk. Food and drinks will be sold. low-inco- 825-979- 1 ' CAP office. Births VOLUME 1 ONLY ;ti at Davis North Medical Center March 16, 1979 I I J - r full' - ' 1 f 0 1 and the Number 1 and brought to ' YOU By... 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