A patient presents with a core body temperature of 35°C (95°F) and is shivering with pale and cold skin. As a medical assistant, what is the most appropriate immediate action to take while waiting for further medical treatment?
Gently rewarm the patient using warm blankets and by changing into dry clothes if applicable.
Place the patient into a hot bath to quickly raise the body temperature.
Advise the patient to rest and wait for the body temperature to rise on its own.
Have the patient exercise vigorously to generate body heat.