What is the major reason for using a treatment to lower body temperature after cardiac arrest to promote better neurological recovery?
A) Hypothermia decreases the metabolic rate by 7% for each decrease of 1° C.
B) Lower body temperatures are beneficial in patients with low blood pressure.
C) Temperatures of 40° C may reduce neurological impairment.
D) The lower body temperature leads to decreased oxygen delivery.

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Hypothermia decreases the metabolic rate by 6% to 7% for every decrease of 1° C in temperature; decreased metabolic rate may protect neurological function.Induced hypothermia to a core body temperature of 32° C to 34° C for 12 to 24 hours may be beneficial in reducing neurological impairment after cardiac arrest.

What Is the Major Reason for Using a Treatment to Lower