After ensuring that there are no life-threatening conditions to the airway, breathing, and circulation, the priority in caring for the hypothermic patient is:

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Preventing additional heat loss should be the top priority in caring for a hypothermic patient to prevent further worsening of the hypothermia. This includes removing wet clothing, covering the patient with dry blankets, and protecting them from wind or drafts. Once this is done, active or passive rewarming measures can be started. Assessing for complications and treating them is also important but secondary to preventing further heat loss.

After Ensuring That There Are No Life-Threatening Conditions to the Airway