What Condition Is Characterized by a Loss of 7% to 10

question 19

Multiple Choice

What condition is characterized by a loss of 7% to 10% of body weight, dry skin, confusion, and loss of consciousness?

• A)Heat stroke
• B)Dehydration
• C)Heat exhaustion
• D)Sun poisoning

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Definitions:

Folic Acid

A B vitamin essential for cell growth and metabolism, particularly important during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects.

Pregnancy

The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body, typically lasting about 40 weeks from the last menstrual period to childbirth.

Hyperglycemia

A condition characterized by an abnormally high level of glucose (sugar) in the blood, often associated with diabetes and can lead to serious health problems if not properly managed.

Acidosis

A condition in which there is an excess of acid in the body fluids, leading to a lower than normal pH level in the blood.