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1
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core body temperature

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the temperature in the part of the body that contains the vital organs.

2
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ambient temperature

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the temperature in the immediate environment.

3
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heat acclimatization

A

adaptation of the body over time to a hot environment.

4
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heat cramps

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painful muscle cramps that result from dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.

5
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heat exhaustion

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a condition characterized by fatigue, dizziness, nausea, and headache caused by dehydration and elevated core body temperature.

6
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heat index

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combines the effects of increasing ambient temperature and increasing humidity.

7
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heat-related syncope

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fainting secondary to pooling of the blood in the extremities due to increased core body temperature.

8
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heat stroke

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a life-threatening elevation of core body temperature associated with shock and a deteriorating level of responsiveness.

9
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humidity

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the amount of water vapor in the air.

10
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hyperthermia

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elevated core body temperature.

11
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hyponatremia

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dilution of the sodium level in the blood.