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BLS Protocols: Hyperthermia Treatment Policy
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BLS Protocols: Hyperthermia Treatment Policy

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What is the first step in the treatment of hyperthermia?

  • ABC/ Treat for shock (correct)
  • Remove from heat source
  • Cooling in any way possible
  • Consider drug ingestion

    • What is the first step in the treatment of hypothermia?

  • Remove cold wet clothes (correct)
  • Perform CPR
  • Re-warm with a warm blanket or sheet
  • Check pulse rate and regularity

    • What should be done if a patient in hypothermic cardiac arrest has been in arrest for a long time?

  • Stop CPR and transport the patient to the hospital immediately
  • Check for signs of hyperthermia
  • Administer medications to counteract the hypothermia
  • Continue CPR until the patient can be warmed in the hospital (correct)

    • What is the recommended treatment for altered mental status or shock in hypothermic patients?

    <p>Initiate STAT transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the protocol, how long may it be necessary to check the pulse of a hypothermic patient?

    <p>Up to 1 minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In treating hypothermia, what should be done if drug ingestion is suspected?

    <p>Seek appropriate medical advice and care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should shock be treated in hypothermic patients?

    <p>Treat shock as with hypovolemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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