Which of the following patients is losing body heat by the mechanism of convection?
a. A 41-year-old female who is intoxicated and has passed out in the snow
b. A 56-year-old male who is confused and perspiring heavily
c. A 63-year-old female who took a drug that depressed her brain function
d. A 30-year-old male exposed to a light breeze in a cool environment
Answer: d
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word