There are three classifications of hypothermia. Which of the statements below correctly match the classification, core temperature and key clinical signs? Question 15 options: a) Mild hypothermia has a normal core body temperature of 36-38 dC but the person is shivering. b) Moderate hypothermia has a core body temperature of 30 to 32 dC, and the person is not shivering, plus they may not know where they are or that they need to keep their coat on. c) Severe hypothermia has a core body temperature of less than 30 dC, they are mostly likely unconscious and may have an irregular heart beat. d) All of the above are true. e) (b) and (c) only are true.
[Verified Answer]: There are three classifications of hypothermia
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