You Are Developing Evidence-Based Guidelines for the OR

question 11

Multiple Choice

You are developing evidence-based guidelines for the OR.Of the following methods of warming patients undergoing major surgery, which has been shown to be most beneficial?

• A)Placing warm blankets on the patient
• B)Using a circulating water device
• C)Using a forced air warming system
• D)None of the above

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Hypnosis

A trance-like mental state of heightened focus and concentration, often used for therapeutic purposes.

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