What measures are used to prevent hypothermia in the perioperative patient?

• A. Active warming (forced-air blankets); warmed IV fluids; maintaining a warmer ambient OR temperature; minimizing exposure time.
• B. Lower the operating room temperature to promote patient alertness.
• C. Only rely on warm blankets without warming IV fluids.
• D. Keep the patient exposed to air to avoid sweating.

Answer: (A)