Subnormal Core Body Temperature for an Extended Period of Time

question 27

Multiple Choice

Subnormal core body temperature for an extended period of time is known as __________.

• A) metabolic acidosis
• B) coagulopathy
• C) hypothermia
• D) hyperthermia

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Definitions:

GEO

is an abbreviation for Geostationary Earth Orbit, a circular orbit around the Earth having a period of 24 hours, often used for satellite communications and weather monitoring.

LEO

Low Earth Orbit, referring to the orbit of a satellite at an altitude between 160 to 2,000 kilometers above Earth's surface.

MEO

Medium Earth Orbit, a region of space around the Earth above low Earth orbit and below geostationary orbit, typically used for satellites, including those for navigation systems like GPS.

Microwave

An electromagnetic wave with a wavelength in the range of 1 millimeter to 1 meter; also refers to a kitchen appliance using microwaves to heat or cook food.