N323 exam 2 questions and answers

N323 exam 2 questions and answers normal body temp - ~correct answer~ 36.2°C to 37.6°C (97.0°F to 100°F), or an average of 37°C (98.6°F). hypothermia - ~correct answer~ The term hypothermia refers to a body temperature below normal range (<36.2°C; 97.0°F), When core body temperature falls below 35°C, - ~correct answer~ active core rewarming measures are indicated, which means there is an application of heat directly to the core. hyperthermia - ~correct answer~ and hyperthermia refers to a body temperature above normal range (>37.6°C; 100°F). An extremely high body temperature is referred to as hyperpyrexia. core temp - ~correct answer~ core temperature is about 0.5°C (0.9°F) higher than skin surface temperature. Thermoregulation - ~correct answer~ Definition: The process of maintaining core body temperature at a near constant value. • Balance of heat production and heat loss to maintain body temperature • Core temperature: more reliable; relatively constant • Surface temperature: fluctuates in response to environmental factors Terms: •Norm