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NCP Hyperthermia
NCP Hyperthermia
NCP Hyperthermia
Indicates need
• Discuss the for prompt
importance of intervention.
adequate fluid
intake.
• Review sing
and
symptoms of
hyperthermia
(e.g., flushed
skin,
increased
body temp,
increased To offset
respiratory increased oxygen
rate/ heart demand and
rate, fainting, consumption
loss of
consciousness
and seizures) To treat
underlying cause
such as infection.
Dependent:
• Provide
supplemental To support
oxygen. circulating
volume and
• Administer tissue perfusion.
medication as
indicated,
such as
antibiotics.
• Administer
replacement
fluids and
electrolytes.