Which of the Following Statements Is Not True Concerning Heat

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true concerning heat stroke?

• A) Heat stroke is the most severe heat-related condition.
• B) Heat stroke involves the breakdown of the body's thermoregulatory system.
• C) Someone with heat stroke will present with hot and red skin.
• D) Someone with heat stroke will be sweating profusely in an effort to cool the core temperature

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Definitions:

Fibrin

Elastic filamentous protein derived from fibrinogen by the action of thrombin, which releases peptides from fibrinogen in coagulation of the blood.

Fibrinogen

A plasma protein produced by the liver, crucial for blood clotting as it is converted into fibrin in the clotting process.

Plasma Component

The liquid part of blood that carries cells and proteins throughout the body, consisting mainly of water, electrolytes, and proteins.

Plasma

The liquid component of blood, in which blood cells are suspended.