In the context of obstetric hemorrhage, what is the MOST important reason for preventing hypothermia? Select an answer. The patient is likely already afraid and you do not want to add to their discomfort. Shivering will expend too much metabolic energy and increase healing time. Hypothermia exacerbates coagulopathy that increases bleeding. Increasing the patient’s core temperature will increase uterine contractility.
[Answered]: In the context of obstetric hemorrhage, what is…
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