Question 143 · LEK · Hypothermia
Hypothermia is defined as a decrease in the core body temperature to:
- A. 36°C or less.
- B. 35°C or less.
- C. 34°C or less.
- D. 33°C or less.
- E. 30°C or less.
Hint
Use the core-temperature threshold that separates normothermia from mild hypothermia.
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