After several hours of landscaping the yard, Jennifer experienced a body temperature of 105° F; a rapid heart rate; headache; and hot, dry skin. She was taken to a medical facility and treated for what condition?

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Jennifer's symptoms are consistent with heat stroke, which is a more severe condition than heat exhaustion. Heat exhaustion is characterized by heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and a slightly elevated body temperature, while heat stroke is characterized by a body temperature of 104°F or higher, hot, dry skin, headache, rapid heartbeat, and confusion or unconsciousness. Hypothermia is the opposite condition, where the body temperature drops too low, and malignant hyperthermia is a rare genetic reaction that occurs during anesthesia.

After Several Hours of Landscaping the Yard, Jennifer Experienced a Body