The home health nurse in Wyoming gives instruction to an 80-year-old patient in the prevention of hypothermia. Which information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
a. Wear multiple layers of clothing.
b. Wear a loose-fitting hat.
c. Move about briskly.
d. Drink warm fluids from a thermos.
e. Wear gloves and earmuffs.
A, C, D, E
The patient should wear multiple layers of clothing, move about briskly, drink warm fluids, and wear ear and hand protection. The patient should also wear a hat, but it should fit snugly.
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