Body Temperature - Hypothalamic Set Point

A 7-year-old boy is brought to his family physician for a routine physical examination. The child’s body temperature is 37.8ºC (100.1oF), his forehead feels warm, and he is sweating lightly. Which of the following is the most likely situation for this individual?

Body Temperature - Hypothalamic Set Point

A. Decreasing - Above normal
B. Decreasing - Normal
C. Increasing - Above normal
D. Increasing - Normal
E. Stable - Above normal