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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Trauma

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Children are particularly susceptible to hypothermia for more than one reason. What statement below is true when it comes to children and hypothermia?
  1. Children do not eat enough fat to build a thick layer of skin fat that protects against hypothermia.
  2. Shivering takes place at a higher rate in children and the mechanism of shivering works more effectively for children than for adults.
  3. Children have a large surface area compared to adults.
  4. None of the statements is true.
Explanation
Answer: D - None of the statements is true when it comes to children and hypothermia. Children have a larger surface area compared to their overall size. Their muscle mass and the ability to shiver are not well developed and children and infants have less body fat. Additionally, because children need help to protect themselves, they need help to put on and take off their clothing to protect against the elements.
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