A client who has experienced head trauma may undergo induced hypothermia for what purpose?
A)To reduce metabolic rate and oxygen need
B)To reduce the risk of internal bleeding
C)To reduce the risk of a brain hemorrhage
D)To reduce glycogen consumption

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A)Hypothermia is induced following head trauma to reduce metabolic rates and lower cellular demand for oxygen in the tissues, particularly the brain. Historically, this reduces neurologic damage. Glycogen needs are increased in hypothermia, and the risk of internal bleeding and hemorrhage is not reduced.
B)Hypothermia is induced following head trauma to reduce metabolic rates and lower cellular demand for oxygen in the tissues, particularly the brain. Historically, this reduces neurologic damage. Glycogen needs are increased in hypothermia, and the risk of internal bleeding and hemorrhage is not reduced.
C)Hypothermia is induced following head trauma to reduce metabolic rates and lower cellular demand for oxygen in the tissues, particularly the brain. Historically, this reduces neurologic damage. Glycogen needs are increased in hypothermia, and the risk of internal bleeding and hemorrhage is not reduced.
D)Hypothermia is induced following head trauma to reduce metabolic rates and lower cellular demand for oxygen in the tissues, particularly the brain. Historically, this reduces neurologic damage. Glycogen needs are increased in hypothermia, and the risk of internal bleeding and hemorrhage is not reduced.

A Client Who Has Experienced Head Trauma May Undergo Induced