Nurse-aid management of hyperthermia

Hyperthermia is a condition in which the body temperature is raised above the normal level of 37 degrees C and may exceed 43 degrees C. Temperatures of 41-42 degrees C may prove fatal. Hyperthermia may arise from external or internal causes or situations. It is important that the nurse aider recognizes situations that may give rise to hyperthermia and takes early preventive action. Hyperthermia may lead to sensors changes in functioning of the circulatory and/or neurological system.