Consequences of Inadvertent Perioperative Hypothermia

Patient warming is not just about comfort.  Patient warming has become the standard of care in the operating room and beyond. It’s expected that body temperature will decrease during surgery; As a result, it is paramount that healthcare professionals work to maintain normothermia. Normothermia is defined as the condition of having a normal body temperature,…

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Why Patient Warming is so Important

Patient safety, comfort and satisfaction are on the forefront of the minds of healthcare professionals. Patient warming is one of the most effective ways to improve comfort, prevent negative surgical outcomes and improve the patients’ stay. Safety & Efficiency Many surgical patients struggle to maintain their normal body temperature (normothermia). In cases of inadvertent perioperative…

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