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==Procedure== | ==Procedure== | ||
# Insert temp sensing foley | #Insert temp sensing foley | ||
# Instill 100-200cc warmed fluids | #Instill 100-200cc warmed fluids | ||
# Clamp Foley and wait for foley temp probe to begin to equilibrate 2-3 degrees celsius | #Clamp Foley and wait for foley temp probe to begin to equilibrate 2-3 degrees celsius | ||
# Drain bladder and repeat | #Drain bladder and repeat | ||
==Complications== | ==Complications== | ||
Revision as of 04:30, 8 July 2016
Overview
Indications
- Use if large volumes (>10L) of warmed fluids are not available
- For severe or profound hypothermia
Contraindications
Equipment Needed
Procedure
- Insert temp sensing foley
- Instill 100-200cc warmed fluids
- Clamp Foley and wait for foley temp probe to begin to equilibrate 2-3 degrees celsius
- Drain bladder and repeat