Which assessment finding indicates that the patient is at risk for developing hypothermia?

Name: Which assessment finding indicates that the patient is at risk for developing hypothermia?
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Elderly confused patients are at risk for hypothermia due to wandering and unawareness of surroundings.The patient's BMI of 35 indicates obesity which would not put the patient at risk for hypothermia.Antihypertensive medications and a history of CHF do not increase risk of hypothermia.

Which Assessment Finding Indicates That the Patient Is at Risk