NICE Hypothermia Threshold — FRCA Final MCQ

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According to NICE CG65, what core temperature threshold defines perioperative hypothermia requiring escalated active warming?

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Correct answer: B — 36.0°C

NICE CG65 defines perioperative hypothermia as <36.0°C. Active warming should maintain core temp >36.0°C throughout. Start forced-air warming preoperatively if temp <36.0°C. Use IV fluid warmers for volumes >500 mL.

Reference: NICE – 2008 (updated 2016) – CG65 Inadvertent perioperative hypothermia