The client has an oral temperature of 39.2° C (102.6° F). What are the most appropriate nursing interventions?
A) Provide an alcohol sponge bath and monitor laboratory results.
B) Remove excess clothing, provide a tepid sponge bath, and administer an analgesic.
C) Provide fluids and nutrition, keep the client's room warm, and administer an analgesic.
D) Reduce external coverings and keep clothing and bed linens dry; administer antipyretics as ordered.