Victims of heat stroke do not perspire because of
a. severe electrolyte loss c. decreased stroke volume
b. low humidity d. disorientation to sur-roundings
A
Victims of heat stroke do not perspire because of severe electrolyte loss and impaired hypothalamic function. The nurse's primary role related to heat stroke is prevention.
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1. "Your cervix has become cone-shaped and more open at the end near the baby." 2. "Your cervix is lengthened, and you will deliver your baby prematurely." 3. "Your cervix is short, and has become wider at the end that extends into the vagina." 4. "Your cervix was beginning to open but now is starting to close up again."