Unless the patient is at risk of hypothermia, the temperature range in the OR should be between:
A) 55°F and 60°F
B) 63°F and 68°F
C) 68°F and 73°F
D) 75°F and 80°F

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The recommended temperature range in the operating room (OR) for patient comfort and to reduce the risk of hypothermia, unless the patient is at risk of hypothermia and requires a different temperature setting, is between 68°F and 73°F. This range helps maintain normothermia, reducing the risk of surgical site infections and promoting patient comfort.

Unless the Patient Is at Risk of Hypothermia, the Temperature