Hypothermia

Viral Patel

doi:10.1017/CBO9781139523936.066

Hypothermia

Viral Patel

Emergency Medicine

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Introduction Hypothermia is defined as a core temperature below 35°C. The body responds acutely to cold by increasing muscle tone, shivering, vasoconstriction, and behavioral changes. In addition, the hypothalamus increases TSH production causing an increased metabolic rate. In healthy patients, the body’s compensatory mechanisms are overwhelmed by exposure. Age, health, nutrition, intoxication and medications can interfere with adequate thermoregulation. The human body produces approximately 250 joules (60 kcal) per m² of body surface area per hour. Classic presentation Mild – from 32 to 35°C:

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Practical Emergency Resuscitation and Critical Care
Publisher	Cambridge University Press
Pages	427-430
Number of pages	4
ISBN (Electronic)	9781139523936
ISBN (Print)	9781107626850
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139523936.066
State	Published - Jan 1 2013

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