A Construction Worker Is Seen in the Emergency Department with Low

question 10

Multiple Choice

A construction worker is seen in the emergency department with low blood pressure,normal pulse,diaphoresis,and weakness.These are clinical signs of which of the following conditions?

• A) Heat exhaustion
• B) Heatstroke
• C) Heat cramps
• D) Hypothermia

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Definitions:

Definition of Health

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Cultural Beliefs

The shared ideas, values, and practices that characterize a group of people and influence their behaviors and perceptions.

Cultural Aspects of Pain

The influence of cultural background on individuals' perceptions, expressions, and management strategies of pain.

Self-Treatment

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