A patient who is unconscious, not shivering, and has a core body temperature of 25oC is classified as which stage of the Swiss Hypothermia Staging System?
A) Stage I
B) Stage II
C) Stage III
D) Stage IV
Explanation: A) The patient at stage I of the Swiss Hypothermia Staging System exhibits shivering, is conscious, and has a body temperature of 32-35°C.
B) Stage II of the Swiss Hypothermia Staging System is characterized by no shivering, impaired consciousness, and a body temperature of 28-32°C.
C) Stage III of the Swiss Hypothermia Staging System is characterized by no shivering, unconsciousness, and a body temperature of 24-28°C.
D) Stage IV of the Swiss Hypothermia Staging System is characterized by no shivering, no vital signs, and a body temperature of <24°C.
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