You have been called for an 81 year old unconscious male patient. He is in his living room. Despite the hot day, he is overly dressed. He is flushed and dry, extremely hot to touch. You suspect:

Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is Option D: Heatstroke. Lifting and Carrying.

Heatstroke is a medical emergency characterized by the body's inability to regulate temperature. A patient with hot, dry, flushed skin and altered mental status in a hot environment is exhibiting classic signs of heatstroke.