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NANDA-I Definition

Susceptible to temperature fluctuation between hypothermia and hyperthermia, which may compromise health

NANDA-I Risk Factors

Dehydration

Environmental temperature fluctuations

Inactivity

Inappropriate clothing for environmental temperature

Increased oxygen demand

Vigorous activity

NANDA-I At Risk Population

Individuals at extremes of weight

Individuals exposed to environmental temperature extremes

Individuals with inadequate supply of subcutaneous fat

Individuals with increased body surface area to weight ratio

NANDA-I Associated Conditions

Altered metabolic rate

Brain injuries

Condition affecting temperature regulation

Decreased sweat response

Impaired health status

Inefficient nonshivering thermogenesis

Pharmaceutical preparations

Sedation

Sepsis

Trauma

Goals

Refer to Ineffective Thermoregulation.