Any injury to the hypothalamus impairs heat loss mechanisms. Educate patients at risk for hyperthermia to do which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avoid strenuous exercise in hot, humid weather.
b. Avoid exercising in areas with poor ventilation.
c. Drink clear fluids before and after exercising, not during.
d. Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
e. Do not visit hot climates.
A, B, D
Any injury to the hypothalamus impairs heat loss mechanisms. Educate patients at risk for hyperthermia to do the following: avoid strenuous exercise in hot, humid weather; avoid exercising in areas with poor ventilation; drink fluids such as water and clear fruit juices before, during, and after exercise; wear light, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing; wear a protective covering over the head when outdoors; and expose themselves to hot climates gradually.
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1. Standing 2. Immediately 3. Flexible 4. Indefinite