title: Physical and social causes hypothermia.
abstract: Hypothermia has a number of physical and social causes, particularly among older people. It is vital that nurses are aware of these risk factors. This article explores the causes of hypothermia, preventive measures, clinical signs and immediate treatment in the community.
authors.affiliation: Buckinghamshire New University.
authors.forename: Julie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Dalphinis
mesh_terms: D001833:Body Temperature Regulation / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D007035:Hypothermia / Q000209:etiology / Q000401:mortality / Q000517:prevention & control; D024802:Nurse's Role; D012307:Risk Factors; D006113:United Kingdom / Q000453:epidemiology