A patient with severe hypothermia is comatose with fixed dilated pupils, flaccid muscles, and ventricular fibrillation. The core body temperature of this patient is most likely below ____________________°F
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
ANS:
80.6
The profoundly hypothermic patient has a core temperature of less than 80°F (27°C) and usually appears dead, with no obtainable vital signs.
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A nurse is conducting a class at a senior citizens' center on factors that protect against dementia. Which of the following statements by an older adult in the class indicates a need for further teaching by the nurse?
A) "No healthy lifestyle is going to ward off dementia." B) "Eating food high in omega-3 fatty acids will help preserve my thinking processes." C) "Engaging in social activities will help prevent dementia." D) "Engaging in an organized exercise program will help prevent symptoms of dementia."