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After chopping wood for about 2 hours on a hot but breezy afternoon,John stumbled into the house and immediately fainted.His T-shirt was wringing wet with perspiration,and his pulse was faint and rapid.What is your tentative diagnosis? Explain your reasoning and note what you should do to help John's recovery.


Definitions:

Preoperative (Preop)

The preparatory period preceding surgery.

Preparatory Period

A phase of time dedicated to preparing or getting ready for an upcoming event or activity.

Surgical Asepsis

A set of practices aimed at eliminating all microbial life, including spores, from an area or object, used especially in surgical environments to prevent infection.

Hand Washing

The act of cleaning hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer to remove bacteria, viruses, and dirt.

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