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In Health / College | 2025-07-08

What type of heat stress incident occurs if someone faints or loses consciousness?
Select the best answer that applies.
A. Heat syncope
B. Heat attack
C. Heat rash
D. Heat cramps

Asked by bryan905794f

Answer (1)

The incident of fainting or losing consciousness due to heat stress is known as heat syncope . It results from a sudden drop in blood flow to the brain during extreme heat exposure. Other heat-related issues include heat cramps and heat rash, but they do not cause fainting. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08