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What is a hallmark of dehydration according to the text?
What is a hallmark of dehydration according to the text?
What can a 5-8% decrease in total body water cause?
What can a 5-8% decrease in total body water cause?
What is a potential consequence of chronic dehydration according to the text?
What is a potential consequence of chronic dehydration according to the text?
What distinguishes dehydration from hypovolemia according to the text?
What distinguishes dehydration from hypovolemia according to the text?
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At what percentage of total body water loss does death occur according to the text?
At what percentage of total body water loss does death occur according to the text?
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What are the symptoms of moderate hypothermia?
What are the symptoms of moderate hypothermia?
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What is a common cause of hypothermia besides exposure to cold weather?
What is a common cause of hypothermia besides exposure to cold weather?
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How is hypothermia diagnosed?
How is hypothermia diagnosed?
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What is the recommended treatment for mild hypothermia?
What is the recommended treatment for mild hypothermia?
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What is paradoxical undressing associated with in severe hypothermia?
What is paradoxical undressing associated with in severe hypothermia?
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Study Notes
Dehydration
- A hallmark of dehydration is excessive thirst.
- A 5-8% decrease in total body water can cause impaired physical performance.
- Chronic dehydration can lead to kidney stones as a potential consequence.
- Dehydration is distinguished from hypovolemia by the loss of water and electrolytes, whereas hypovolemia is a loss of blood volume.
Hypothermia
- Death occurs when 12-15% of total body water is lost.
- Symptoms of moderate hypothermia include confusion, disorientation, and stumbling.
- A common cause of hypothermia besides exposure to cold weather is prolonged immersion in water.
- Hypothermia is diagnosed by a low body temperature, typically below 95°F (35°C).
- The recommended treatment for mild hypothermia is to remove wet clothing and provide warm, dry clothing and a warm drink.
- Paradoxical undressing, where a person removes their clothing, is associated with severe hypothermia.
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Test your knowledge on dehydration and its effects on the body with this informative quiz. Learn about the causes and risks of dehydration, including exercise, disease, and high temperatures. Explore how immersion diuresis can impact divers and the potential for decompression sickness.
