Hypothermia Causes Tachycardia
Hypothermia is dangerously low body temperature, below 95 F (35 C).
Alternative Names
Low body temperature; Cold exposure
Considerations
Persons most likely to experience hypothermia include those who are:
- Very old or very young
- Chronically ill, especially who have heart or blood flow problems
- Malnourished
- Overly tired
- Under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Causes
Hypothermia occurs when more heat is lost than the body can generate. It is...
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