Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 7: Complications of Pediatric Multi-Organ Trauma and Other Injuries (Drowning, Burns)
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Review: Question 3

Module 7: Complications of Pediatric Multi-Organ Trauma and Other Injuries (Drowning, Burns)
Harmful effects of hypothermia include:
 Thrombosis due to hypercoagulability
 Shivering and increased oxygen consumption
 Aspiration pneumonia
 Faster healing of wounds and fractures