More about the project
The human has a basic need, to avoid to getting cold and to maintain hers/his normal temperature. However, it is during the perioperative period ie. before, during and after surgery, commonly occurring with perioperative hypothermia, which means a core temperature below 36 degrees. It exposes the patient to the risk of complications, which can cause physical, mental, and financial suffering, depending on the complication that occurs. To prevent complications, there are several preventive measures - heat conservation measures.
Temperature measurement is one part of the data used to assess the need for warming and before deciding to use heat conservation measures, or which heat conservation measures. However, there is a lack of research if temperature measurement being done according to current guidelines, both nationally and internationally. Furthermore, if current documentation of temperature and heat conservation efforts is done.
The study’s result gives both av national and an international perspective. It should also provide support for improvement and a equal care, to reduce the risk of complications and adverse events. A reduced number of complications can also result in financial savings and resources, at the societal level. The study will be a starting point for future studies.
The project is part of the research in CISE (Centre of Interprofessional Collaboration within Emergency care).
