During the Development of Hyperthermia, the Stage of Heat Stroke

question 2

Multiple Choice

During the development of hyperthermia, the stage of heat stroke is marked by:

• A) shock and coma.
• B) hypervolemia and headache.
• C) diaphoresis and decreasing body temperature.
• D) dizziness, fainting, and headache.

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Definitions:

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Heat Energy

Heat Energy is a form of energy transferred between systems or objects with different temperatures, flowing from the higher temperature object to the lower temperature object.

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