Select the Statement Below That Best Reflects the Effects of Hypothermia

question 12

Multiple Choice

Select the statement below that best reflects the effects of hypothermia in the perianesthesia period.

• A) Hypothermia shortens the period of elimination of muscle relaxants.
• B) Hypothermia has often been shown to cause life-threatening morbidities.
• C) Shivering can increase the need for oxygen by 300% to 400%.
• D) Hypothermia increases platelet activity and decreases fibrinolysis.

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