One peculiar behavior sometimes seen in patients with mild hypothermia is ____, wherein the patient enters into a confined space.

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Terminal burrowing is a behavior sometimes seen in patients with mild hypothermia. It involves the patient seeking out a small, enclosed space in which to huddle, as if attempting to burrow into a protective fetal position. This behavior is often seen as a sign that the patient is nearing the end of their hypothermia and may be a precursor to cardiac arrest.

One Peculiar Behavior Sometimes Seen in Patients with Mild Hypothermia