Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for an older adult in the emergency department with moderate hypothermia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,D,F
Rationale
Applying heat to the trunk (A), monitoring electrolytes (D), and using room-temperature IV fluids (F) are appropriate for moderate hypothermia. Rewarming extremities first (B) risks core afterdrop, extracorporeal methods (C) are for severe cases, and altering medication intervals (E) lacks evidence.