Match term with correct characteristic.
-elevation in body temperature due to reasons other than an infection
A)hypothermia
B)obesity
C)frostbite
D)hyperthermia
E)anorexia
F)heat stroke
G)heat exhaustion

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hyperthermia is the elevation of body temperature due to reasons other than an infection.

Answer: B
 Obesity is a characteristic of having an excessive amount of body fat.

Answer: C
 Frostbite is a medical condition that occurs when skin and other tissues freeze due to exposure to cold temperatures.

Answer: A
 Hypothermia is a medical condition that occurs when body temperature drops below the normal range.

Answer: E
 Anorexia is a medical condition that involves self-starvation and weight loss.

Answer: F
 Heat stroke is a heat-related medical emergency that occurs when body temperature reaches a dangerous level.

Answer: G
 Heat exhaustion is a heat-related illness that occurs when the body cannot properly cool itself down. Symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, and dizziness.

Match Term with Correct Characteristic