Personal Safety: Dehydration Protocol

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What happens when the body loses more water than it takes in?

  • Overhydration
  • Hydration
  • Dehydration (correct)
  • Water imbalance

What is the maximum percentage of body weight lost that can compromise exercise performance or health?

  • More than 5% of body weight lost
  • Less than 2% of body weight lost (correct)
  • Less than 1% of body weight lost
  • More than 3% of body weight lost

What can dehydration increase with during exercise?

  • Muscle strength
  • Endurance
  • Exertion in the heat and fatigue (correct)
  • Body temperature

What is the condition marked by fever and unconsciousness?

<p>Heatstroke (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when excessive body fluids have been lost through sweating and have not been adequately replaced during exercise?

<p>Heat exhaustion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the body is unable to continue exercising?

<p>Exhaustion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to ensure safety when engaging in outdoor recreation activities?

<p>Wearing of proper equipment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid when engaging in outdoor activities in cold weather?

<p>Alcohol consumption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a parent/guardian sign the scoresheet?

<p>To serve as a witness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to generate body heat in cold weather?

<p>Keep sufficient calories in your system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to observe personal safety protocols?

<p>To avoid accidents and injuries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing down the plan before doing the activity?

<p>To prepare for the activity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Exertional Heatstroke?

<p>Excessive fluid loss and lack of cooling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration of exercise in the heat to improve heat acclimatization?

<p>10 to 14 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical definition of Hypothermia?

<p>When the body’s core temperature drops below 33.3 C (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of telling someone about your outdoor activity plans?

<p>To ensure someone knows your location and return time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does fitness affect the ability to function in extreme conditions?

<p>It has a positive effect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of wearing dark and restrictive clothing during exercise?

<p>Impaired circulation of air (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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