Match each disorder with its corresponding definition or description.
-a serious condition in which the body is unable to maintain normal body temperature in a very warm environment; body temperature can rise to dangerous levels

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Heatstroke is a serious condition in which the body is unable to maintain normal body temperature in a very warm environment; body temperature can rise to dangerous levels.

Answer: B 
 Heat exhaustion is a condition caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures, resulting in weakness, nausea, dizziness, headache, and sometimes fainting.

Answer: A 
 Malignant hyperthermia is a rare but life-threatening condition triggered by exposure to certain medications used during general anesthesia.

Answer: H 
 Fever is a condition in which the body temperature rises above normal as a result of an infection or other illness.

Answer: D 
 Scurvy is a condition caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet, resulting in weakness, joint pain, and bleeding gums.

Answer: I 
 Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition caused by a lack of protein in the diet, resulting in swelling of the abdomen, stunted growth, and other symptoms.

Answer: J 
 Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and severe restriction of food intake.

Answer: G 
 Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging or other compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain.

Answer: E 
 Marasmus is a form of malnutrition caused by a severe deficiency of both protein and calories. It results in severe wasting and stunted growth.

Match Each Disorder with Its Corresponding Definition or Description