A 44 year-old person was taking a short break from working o…
A 44 year-old person was taking a short break from working outside during the summer when they lost consciousness and collapsed in their yard. They were brought to the emergency department by ambulance. They have a past medical history of hypertension and take 40 mg of furosemide (Lasix) daily. Vital signs: BP 82/40, pulse 124 and weak, RR 36 and shallow, T 41.5°C. Skin is hot, dry, and pale. Which intervention would be most effective for this type of heat-related emergency?