All the Following Are Complications of Hypothermia in the Trauma

question 16

Multiple Choice

All the following are complications of hypothermia in the trauma patient EXCEPT:

• A) inhibited clotting cascade.
• B) release of anticoagulant agents.
• C) reduction in blood loss.
• D) increased energy use.

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