When heat loss mechanisms are unable to keep pace with heat production, ____________ is the result
Fill in the blanks with correct word
fever
Fever occurs when heat loss mechanisms are unable to keep pace with excess heat production, resulting in an abnormal rise in body temperature.
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1. Primary 2. Secondary 3. Tertiary 4. None of the levels is related to health promotion
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A) communication skills C) management skills B) problem-solving skills D) self-evaluation skills
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A) Synchronous pacemaker B) Implantable cardioverter defibrillator C) Transcutaneous pacemaker D) Asynchronous pacemaker