A patient who is conscious and breathing has been pulled from a cold stream. To decrease the patient's loss of heat via the mechanism of conduction, OEC Technicians should immediately:
a. apply hot packs to the patient.
b. thoroughly dry the patient and then apply a blanket.
c. provide positive-pressure ventilation.
d. encourage the patient to stop shivering.
Answer: b
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