A client is admitted with a core body temperature of 93°F. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for this client?
A)Apply warm soaks to the extremities.
B)Use a hypothermia blanket.
C)Provide warm fluids.
D)Use warm blankets.

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A)For mild hypothermia, or a body temperature of 89.6-95°F, use warm blankets. A hypothermia blanket is used when treating hyperthermia, not hypothermia. Warm soaks to extremities will not raise the client's body temperature and might cause chilling. Providing warm fluids is beneficial, but not enough to raise the client's body temperature.
B)For mild hypothermia, or a body temperature of 89.6-95°F, use warm blankets. A hypothermia blanket is used when treating hyperthermia, not hypothermia. Warm soaks to extremities will not raise the client's body temperature and might cause chilling. Providing warm fluids is beneficial, but not enough to raise the client's body temperature.
C)For mild hypothermia, or a body temperature of 89.6-95°F, use warm blankets. A hypothermia blanket is used when treating hyperthermia, not hypothermia. Warm soaks to extremities will not raise the client's body temperature and might cause chilling. Providing warm fluids is beneficial, but not enough to raise the client's body temperature.
D)For mild hypothermia, or a body temperature of 89.6-95°F, use warm blankets. A hypothermia blanket is used when treating hyperthermia, not hypothermia. Warm soaks to extremities will not raise the client's body temperature and might cause chilling. Providing warm fluids is beneficial, but not enough to raise the client's body temperature.

A Client Is Admitted with a Core Body Temperature of 93°F