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heat stroke
Definition:
A condition caused by the failure of body to dissipate heat in an excessively hot environment or during physical exertion in a hot environment. Contrast to heat exhaustion, the body temperature in heat stroke patient is dangerously high with red, hot skin accompanied by delusions; convulsions; or coma. It can be a life-threatening emergency and is most common in infants and the elderly.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- sun stroke
- sunstroke
- heatstroke
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/190314
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RDF/XMLCreated 2012-08-28, last modified 2015-11-16