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Hypothermia: a cold influence on trauma.

D A Cochrane1

  • 1Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research, Dept of Public Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. dorothy.cochrane@ualberta.ca

International Journal of Trauma Nursing
|February 15, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Hypothermia is a serious risk for trauma patients, often worsening their condition. This review details causes, identification, management, and potential issues of hypothermia in trauma care.

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Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Critical Care

Background:

  • Hypothermia presents a significant comorbid risk in trauma patients.
  • Specific patient characteristics increase susceptibility to hypothermia.
  • Preventative and therapeutic measures are crucial for managing low body temperatures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the etiologies of hypothermia in trauma.
  • To describe methods for assessing hypothermia in trauma patients.
  • To outline treatment strategies and complications of hypothermia within trauma care.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
  • Data was synthesized from existing research on hypothermia and trauma.
  • Key aspects including causes, assessment, treatment, and complications were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Identified various etiologies contributing to hypothermia in trauma.
  • Described clinical assessment techniques for diagnosing hypothermia.
  • Summarized current treatment protocols and potential complications.

Conclusions:

  • Effective prevention and management of hypothermia are vital in trauma care.
  • Understanding risk factors and implementing timely interventions improve outcomes.
  • Further research may refine hypothermia management strategies in trauma settings.

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