The difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia and the impact to the patient?

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Your written assignment for this module is a worksheet that describes the following:

  • The difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia and the impact to the patient?
  • Patient education for client and family in order to avoid extreme temperature variations?

Module 10 – Written Assignment Hypothermia and Hyperthermia Worksheet

 

 

Name:

 

Date:

 

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

· Differences between hypothermia and hyperthermia

· Patient impacts from hypothermia and hyperthermia

· Patient education for clients and families to avoid extreme temperature variations

Instructions:

· Answer the questions listed below using complete sentences.

· Use correct grammar, spelling and APA format.

· 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)

 

 

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