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What is the primary mechanism through which hypothermia improves outcomes after cardiac arrest?
What is the primary mechanism through which hypothermia improves outcomes after cardiac arrest?
- Reducing oxygen demand in the body (correct)
- Increasing the body's metabolic rate
- Increasing oxygen supply to the brain
- Accelerating heart rate
Which of the following is NOT a possible physical effect of hypothermia?
Which of the following is NOT a possible physical effect of hypothermia?
- Slurred speech
- Poor coordination
- Increased heart rate (correct)
- Amnesia and hallucinations
What is the primary method for rewarming a patient experiencing hypothermia?
What is the primary method for rewarming a patient experiencing hypothermia?
- Giving the patient cold fluids intravenously
- Placing ice packs on the patient's chest
- Covering with blankets and using heating blankets (correct)
- Applying cold towels to the forehead
Which type of thermometer uses infrared sensors to detect heat given off by the tympanic membrane?
Which type of thermometer uses infrared sensors to detect heat given off by the tympanic membrane?
What is a key feature of electronic and digital thermometers in terms of measurement?
What is a key feature of electronic and digital thermometers in terms of measurement?
What is the normal range for rectal temperature?
What is the normal range for rectal temperature?
In which population group should rectal temperature not be used?
In which population group should rectal temperature not be used?
What effect does the parasympathetic nervous system have on heart rate?
What effect does the parasympathetic nervous system have on heart rate?
What is the normal pulse rate range for adults?
What is the normal pulse rate range for adults?
What regulates pulse through the sinoatrial (SA) node?
What regulates pulse through the sinoatrial (SA) node?
What is the primary site of heat loss in the body?
What is the primary site of heat loss in the body?
Which process involves the diffusion or dissemination of heat by electromagnetic waves?
Which process involves the diffusion or dissemination of heat by electromagnetic waves?
What is the term for a person with a normal body temperature?
What is the term for a person with a normal body temperature?
Which term describes an upward displacement of the thermoregulatory set point in the hypothalamus?
Which term describes an upward displacement of the thermoregulatory set point in the hypothalamus?
At what body temperature should cooling be initiated to prevent brain damage?
At what body temperature should cooling be initiated to prevent brain damage?
What are the primary roles of a nurse in relation to vital signs?
What are the primary roles of a nurse in relation to vital signs?
How does the body typically respond to a decrease in temperature?
How does the body typically respond to a decrease in temperature?
Which type of body temperature is higher than surface temperature?
Which type of body temperature is higher than surface temperature?
How is body heat typically dissipated to the environment?
How is body heat typically dissipated to the environment?
What is the primary function of the hypothalamus in body temperature regulation?
What is the primary function of the hypothalamus in body temperature regulation?
