Hypothermia Flashcards
1
Q
Mild hypothermia
A
Pt alert
Mild to inc. vitals
shivering
2
Q
Moderate hypothermia
A
Slow HR and RR
Decreased LOC
Fall risk
Vigorous shivering until it disappears below temp threshold
3
Q
Severe hypothermia
A
Marked decrease in LOC
Low or no response to external stimuli
4
Q
Cardiac issues hypothermia
A
SEVERE RISK FOR VFIB
KEEP HORIZONTAL