ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:
System Disorder
Shauntie Stallworth
STUDENT NAME______________________________________
Vital Signs: Priority Action for Hypothermia
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DISORDER/DISEASE PROCESS___________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER____________
Alterations in
Health (Diagnosis)
vital signs create a normal
baseline for the patient
Pathophysiology Related
to Client Problem
elevation or decrease of vital signs
resemble a concern
Health Promotion and
Disease Prevention
regular screenings,
adequate nutrition and
hydration
ASSESSMENT
SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
Risk Factors
Expected Findings
hormonal changes, age, exercise
Laboratory Tests
Diagnostic Procedures
CBC
Blood pressure
PATIENT-CENTERED CARE
Nursing Care
warming blankets
Complications
Medications
IV Fluids
Client Education
Avoid prolonged
exposure to cold
keep the head covered
Therapeutic Procedures
emergency resuscitation
provide continuous cardic
monitoring
ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES
death
Low temp, shivering, low bp
Interprofessional Care
physician