hypothermic
[/ˌhaɪ.poʊˈθɜr.mɪk/]
adjective
hipotérmico
1. relating to or characterized by abnormally low body temperature
The hypothermic patient was slowly warmed to prevent shock.
O paciente hipotérmico foi aquecido lentamente para evitar choque.
2. affected by or suffering from hypothermia
Rescue teams found the hypothermic hiker in the snow.
As equipes de resgate encontraram o caminhante hipotérmico na neve.
3. of or pertaining to medical treatment involving controlled lowering of body temperature
Hypothermic therapy is sometimes used in cardiac surgery.
A terapia hipotérmica é às vezes usada em cirurgia cardíaca.
This is primarily a medical and scientific term used by healthcare professionals in both Brazil and the USA. It became more prominent in public discourse following discussions about survival in cold environments and emergency medical protocols. In Brazil, it is used in medical literature and clinical settings without regional variation.
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