Asked by Xavier Fennell on Sep 24, 2024
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The nurse planning care for a patient with hypothermia should consider what similar exemplar?
A) Heat exhaustion
B) Heat stroke
C) Infection
D) Prematurity
Hypothermia
A medical condition where the body's core temperature drops below the normal required for normal metabolism and body functions, usually below 35.0°C (95.0°F).
Heat Exhaustion
A condition caused by excessive exposure to high temperatures, leading to dehydration and weakness.
Heat Stroke
A severe heat illness resulting from prolonged exposure to high temperatures, leading to overheating and failure of the body's temperature control system.
- Apply knowledge of thermoregulation to assess and prioritize nursing interventions.
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Nur Syuhada Azizi5 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Prematurity, frost bite, environmental exposure, and brain injury are considered exemplars of hypothermia. Heat exhaustion is an exemplar of hyperthermia. Heat stroke is an exemplar of hyperthermia. Infection is an exemplar of hyperthermia.
Learning Objectives
- Apply knowledge of thermoregulation to assess and prioritize nursing interventions.