Protection against cold – a survey of available equipment in Swedish pre‐hospital services

ConclusionBasic insulation capabilities are well established in the Swedish pre‐hospital services. Specific wind and waterproof insulation materials, active warming devices, low‐reading thermometers and IV fluid heating systems are less common. We suggest the development and implementation of national guidelines on accidental hypothermia that include basic recommendations on equipment requirements.
Source: Acta Anaesthesiologica Scandinavica - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research