Environmental Emergencies

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Across
  1. 1. cramps Painful muscle spasms that occur after vigorous exercise
  2. 3. the most serious local cold injury
  3. 4. high altitude cerebral edema
  4. 7. core temperature of 101°F (38.3°C) or higher.
  5. 8. occurs when heat is transferred to circulating air
  6. 9. embolism Bubbles of air in the blood vessels
Down
  1. 1. Core temperature falls below 95°F
  2. 2. the transfer of heat from a part of the body to a colder object or substance by direct contact
  3. 4. Fluid collects in the lungs, hindering the passage of oxygen into the bloodstream.
  4. 5. permanent damage or cell death
  5. 6. stroke Occurs when the body is subjected to more heat than it can handle, and normal mechanisms are overwhelmed