A recent heat wave has resulted in an increase in the number of older adults who are presenting to the emergency department with actual or suspected hyperthermia
What assessment findings are congruent with a diagnosis of hyperthermia in older adult clients? (Select all that apply.)
A) Diaphoresis
B) Weakness
C) Warm, dry skin
D) Pallor
E) Bradycardia
Ans: B, C
Signs and symptoms of hyperthermia include warm, dry skin, and weakness. Skin surfaces are not typically pale and heart rate typically increases, not decreases. Sweating may be minimal or absent.
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