Hypothermia Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 74-year-old woman is brought to the emergency department by emergency medical services after being found on the ground. The patient was walking outside this morning without adequate clothing and did not remember anything until she woke up in an ambulance. Past medical history is unremarkable. Temperature is 85 ºF (29.4 ºC), pulse is 42/min, respiratory rate is 10/min, blood pressure is 98/53 mmHg, and SpO2 is 97% on room air. On physical examination, the patient is lethargic but answers orientation questions appropriately when awoken. The patient is shivering, and the skin is cold. There are no abnormal heart or lung sounds on auscultation. Serum creatinine is 2.3 mg/dL (1.0 mg/dL two years ago). Which of the following is the best next step in management?  

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