An individual contacts the emergency room of the local hospital to ask what to do for a skiing partner who appears to be suffering from hypothermia.The victim is alert and able to respond to questions.Which of the following actions does the nurse instruct the individual to have the victim take?

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The nurse would instruct the individual to have the victim drink warm soup. It is important to warm the body from the inside out, and sipping a warm beverage is a good way to do this. Brandy and coffee may seem like good options, but they can actually increase heat loss and cause dehydration. Running affected extremities under hot water can also cause damage and should be avoided.

An Individual Contacts the Emergency Room of the Local Hospital