Hypothermia

Front

What temperature does our body try to maintain?

Back

37 degrees

Front

Where does heat typically exit the body?

Back

Through unprotected surfaces of the skin

Front

Why does wind chill add to risk of hypothermia?

Back

It knocks off the warm layer on the skin

Front

Is cotton a good choice for cold conditions and holding off hypothermia?

Back

No

Front

What is the highest temperature that hypothermia can be experienced in?

Back

16 degrees

Front

If someone is experiencing hypothermia, which part of their body should you focus on first? Extremities (hands, feet, head), Trunk (main part of body)

Back

Trunk (main part of body)

Front

What sort of food should you feed to a person suffering hypothermia?

Back

High calorie food (fats, sugars)