A young male who was angry with friends wandered away from a party and spent the night outside uncovered in 40 to 50 degree temperatures. He is confused, has decreased but adequate breathing, and a weak radial pulse. His skin is cool and capillary refill delayed. When looking to see if he is shivering, you note that he is not. Based on this presentation, which one of the following can the EMT
safely conclude?
A) The patient is exhibiting signs that he is compensating and conserving heat.
B) The patient's body temperature is most likely dangerously low.
C) The absence of shivering indicates the body temperature is almost back to normal.
D) The cause of his confusion is related to alcohol and not the overnight temperatures.
B
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