Which of these statements about immersion hypothermia is false?
A) When a patient is pulled from cold water, he should be immediately moved to a warmer environment
B) Immersion hypothermia typically does not occur until the water temperature is less than 35°F
C) Adults typically can withstand exposure to colder water for a longer period of time than children
D) It is important to remove the clothes of a patient who has been exposed to cold water as soon as possible
B) Immersion hypothermia typically does not occur until the water temperature is less than 35°F
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