You are called for an elderly man who was found lying on the sidewalk early on a cold winter morning. He has a light jacket on, but it appears he has been outside overnight. There is a pile of mail scattered nearby. Your assessment shows that his extremities are very cold and he seems disoriented. He groans when you palpate his pelvis. You should suspect he is suffering from:
A. hypothermia.
B. Alzheimer's disease.
C. a closed head injury.
D. a medication overdose.
Answer: A
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