Colorado CNA Practice Exam

Common symptoms of a fever include:

1. Increased hunger

2. Muscle aches

3. Teeth grinding

4. Weight gain

The correct answer is: Muscle aches

Muscle aches are indeed a common symptom associated with a fever. When the body is fighting an infection, the immune response triggers an increase in the body's temperature, which can lead to discomfort and soreness in the muscles. This is often due to the body using additional energy to combat the illness, causing fatigue and discomfort that manifests as muscle aches. The other options do not typically align with common fever symptoms. Increased hunger is not a typical response; rather, individuals may experience reduced appetite. Teeth grinding is generally associated with stress or dental issues, not fever. Likewise, weight gain is not related to fever and would not be expected during an illness that typically includes a loss of appetite and energy.