A 70-year-old homeless man is admitted to the emergency department with heat stroke following 3 days of overexposure to outside temperatures.The nurse is most alerted to which signs and symptoms associated with heat stroke? Select all that apply.

A) Temperature of 103.8°F
B) Throbbing headache
C) Diaphoresis
D) Confusion

Heat Stroke

A severe form of heat illness that occurs when the body's temperature regulation fails, leading to high body temperature, altered mental status, and potentially life-threatening conditions.

Diaphoresis

Medical term for excessive sweating, often a response to stress, high temperature, or physical exertion.

Throbbing Headache

A type of headache characterized by a pulsating or pounding sensation, often associated with conditions such as migraines.