Question 1
Per the Swiss Staging system, a hypothermic patient who is conscious but no longer shivering with a core temperature of approximately 30 degrees Celsius is classified as which stage?
Correct Answer:
HT II
Question 2
A wilderness paramedic is attempting defibrillation on a hypothermic patient in ventricular fibrillation with a core temperature of 27 degrees Celsius. After three unsuccessful shocks, what is the most appropriate action?
Correct Answer:
Withhold further defibrillation and antiarrhythmics until core temp exceeds 30 degrees C
Question 3
What is the afterdrop phenomenon in hypothermia rewarming?
Correct Answer:
A continued drop in core temperature after rewarming begins, due to cold peripheral blood returning to the core
Question 4
Which is considered an active external rewarming technique appropriate for an HT II hypothermic patient in the field?
Correct Answer:
Heat packs applied to the neck, axilla, and groin over a vapor barrier
Question 5
A hiker is found unresponsive after collapsing during exertion on a 38 degrees C (100 F) day. Core temp is 41.2 degrees C (106 F). What is the gold standard for rapid cooling in classic exertional heat stroke?
Correct Answer:
Cold water (1-15 degrees C) immersion
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