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What is one of the adverse effects of hypothermia?
What is one of the adverse effects of hypothermia?
- Enhanced immune function
- Improved wound healing
- Impaired tissue oxygenation (correct)
- Reduced risk of infection
By how much does the risk of surgical site infection increase with each 1°C decrease in temperature?
By how much does the risk of surgical site infection increase with each 1°C decrease in temperature?
- 30% (correct)
- 20%
- 40%
- 10%
How does hypothermia affect surgical complications and recovery?
How does hypothermia affect surgical complications and recovery?
- Reduces surgical complications and enhances recovery
- Only affects recovery, not complications
- Has no effect on surgical complications
- Exacerbates surgical complications and hinders recovery (correct)
Which of the following is not an adverse effect of hypothermia?
Which of the following is not an adverse effect of hypothermia?
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What happens to the risk of surgical site infection when temperature decreases?
What happens to the risk of surgical site infection when temperature decreases?
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Study Notes
Complications of Hypothermia
- Hypothermia impairs tissue oxygenation, leading to inadequate oxygen supply to tissues.
- Impaired immune function is a complication of hypothermia, making the body more susceptible to infections.
- Wound healing is hindered by hypothermia, leading to delayed recovery.
- A 1°C decrease in temperature increases the risk of surgical site infection by 30%, emphasizing the importance of maintaining normothermia during surgical procedures.
- Hypothermia exacerbates surgical complications, making it a critical factor in perioperative care.
- The condition hinders recovery, leading to prolonged hospital stays and increased morbidity.
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Learn about the adverse effects of hypothermia on tissue oxygenation, immune function, and wound healing in surgical patients. Discover how hypothermia increases the risk of surgical site infections.
