Which Is a Way to Prevent Hypothermia in the OR Environment

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which is a way to prevent hypothermia in the OR environment?

• A)Encourage patients to eat hot and spicy food the day before surgery.
• B)Place UV lamps over patients in the preoperative holding area.
• C)Encourage the patient to wear a coat and cold weather items such as hats and gloves while in the preoperative area.
• D)Apply warmed blankets to patients as they arrive in the OR.

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