Diagnostic Tests for Hypothermia
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Hypothermia Diagnosis: Book Excerpts
Tests and diagnosis discussion for Hypothermia:
To figure out whether someone is suffering from hypothermia, take
his or her temperature with a thermometer. First shake the
thermometer to below its lowest point. Then, if the temperature
appears to be below 96° F (35.5° C) or it can’t be read on an oral
thermometer, take the person’s temperature again using a rectal
thermometer for a more exact reading. If the thermometer still does
not show the temperature or is below 96 degrees F, call for
emergency help. The only way to tell accurately if a person has
hypothermia is to use a special thermometer that can read
temperatures below 94° F (34° C). Most hospitals have these
thermometers. (Source: excerpt from Accidental Hypothermia - Age Page - Health Information: NIA)
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HYPOTHERMIA:
DIAGNOSTIC WORKUP
(Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs)
Routine laboratory tests include a CBC and differential count, a sedimentation rate and chemistry panel, electrolytes, thyroid profile, blood cultures, urinalysis, and a urine drug screen. An EKG and chest x-ray should also be done. A CT scan of the brain is done if there are focal neurologic abnormalities or disorders of consciousness.
An infusion of dextrose intravenously and thiamine are given as soon as blood studies are drawn in case there is hypoglycemia or thiamine deficiency.
If the above studies are normal, a thorough endocrine workup is indicated, including tests for serum cortisol, FSH, lutein-stimulating hormone (LSH), and growth hormone. A cardiologist, neurologist, or endocrinologist may need to be consulted to help solve the diagnostic dilemma.
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Source: Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs, 2003
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