Body Temperature Quiz

What is the normal range of body temperature for human beings?

• 34°C to 36°C

• 36°C to 38°C

• 38°C to 40°C

• 40°C to 42°C

Which part of the body is primarily responsible for regulating body temperature?

• Hypothalamus

• Cerebellum

• Cortex

• Medulla Oblongata

What is the term for a body temperature above the normal range?

• Euphoria

• Hyperthermia

• Hypothermia

• Normothermia

Which of the following is a method of heat loss from the body?

• Shivering

• Evaporation

• Metabolism

• Vasoconstriction

What is the primary fuel source for metabolism?

• Fats

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

Which type of thermometer is used for tympanic temperature measurement?

• Mercury thermometer

• Basal thermometer

• Infrared thermometer

• Digital thermometer

What physiological response occurs when the body is exposed to cold?

• Vasodilation

• Sweating

• Shivering

• Hyperventilation

What is the term for a very high fever, such as 41°C?

• Hyperpyrexia

• Subnormal temperature

• Moderate pyrexia

• Low pyrexia

Which of the following factors can affect body temperature?

• Age

• Weight

• Gender

• Height

What is the primary cause of heat exhaustion?

• High blood pressure

• Inadequate nutrition

• Low blood sugar

• Excessive heat and dehydration