Cold gases given during laparoscopic cholecystectomy are the most important cause of hypothermia. However, even surgery alone is an 80% important cause of hypothermia. Inadvertent perioperative hypothermia is a common complication of the surgical process that can cause serious complications. In most of the patients, tremors, increase in pain, deterioration in comfort and changes in some physiological parameters can be seen. Despite this, there are not enough warming devices that nurses can use practically and are easy to use, affordable and comfortable for the patient. In the literature, it is stated in the evidence-based guidelines for determining the hypothermia risks of patients and taking early precautions.
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Pain Visual Analog Scale
Timeframe: It is measured preoperatively and after the end of the operation at the 30th minute, 12th hour and 24th hour (up to 24 hours). Change from baseline Pain Visual Analog Scale scores at 24 hours.
Thermal Comfort Visual Analog Scale
Timeframe: It is measured before surgery and every half hour after surgery (up to 2 hours). The change in thermal comfort score before and within the first two hours after surgery is recorded.
Body Temperature Scale
Timeframe: It is measured before surgery and every fifteen minutes after surgery (up to 2 hours). The change in Body Temperature Scale score before and within the first two hours after surgery is recorded.