Question

A 34-year-old hiker is brought in after prolonged exposure to cold. Core temperature is 30 °C, he is confused but haemodynamically stable. What is the most appropriate management for moderate hypothermia?

Accepted Answer

Active external rewarming with warm blankets and forced-air warming, plus warmed IV fluids

Answer

No active rewarming; allow spontaneous warming

Answer

Immediate extracorporeal rewarming

Answer

Ice water immersion

Answer

Discharge after warm drinks

Practice question

A 34-year-old hiker is brought in after prolonged exposure to cold. Core temperature is 30 °C, he is confused but haemodynamically stable. What is the most appropriate management for moderate hypothermia?