Question

A recent heat wave has resulted in an increase in the number of older adults who are presenting to the emergency department with actual or suspected hyperthermia. What assessment findings are congruent with a diagnosis of hyperthermia in older adult clients?

Answer 1

The question lack options but the correct answer is Weakness and Warm and dry skin.

Step-by-step explanation:

Hyperthermia is a condition when our body is not able to release the heat in order to maintain a normal body temperature which is 36°C to 37°C.

Signs and symptoms of hypothermia consist of

• warm and dry skin
• weakness
• headache
• fatigue
• skin may become red
• vomit or nausea