HYPOTHERMIA AND HYPERTHERMIA

Written Assignment Hypothermia and Hyperthermia

Complete all lesson content and assigned readings. Make sure you are focusing on:

1. Differences between hypothermia and hyperthermia

1. Patient impacts from hypothermia and hyperthermia

1. Patient education for clients and families to avoid extreme temperature variations

Instructions:

1. Answer the questions listed below using complete sentences.

1. Use correct grammar, spelling and APA format.

1. Support your answers using credible sources such as textbooks, course materials, and evidence-based articles ( 1 Point)

Resources:

How do I know if a source is credible?

How do I find evidence-based practice articles? Or nursing best practices?

1. What are the differences between and patient impacts of hypothermia and hyperthermia? ( 2 Points)

1. What education should be provided to patients and families to avoid the extreme temperature variations? ( 2 Points)