When the muscles use all of their glycogen stores, creating a condition called ____, the patient experiences extreme fatigue, cessation of shivering, and rapid decline into severe hypothermia.

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When muscles use all of their glycogen stores, they enter a state of "glycogen debt" which leads to fatigue and shivering cessation. This can also rapidly lead to severe hypothermia if not addressed. Thermolysis refers to the process of heat dissipation, hyponatremia is a condition of low sodium levels in the blood, and diuresis is increased urine production.

When the Muscles Use All of Their Glycogen Stores, Creating