Aeromedical Factors

Question 1

Hypoxia:

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Answer 1

Types:

Hypoxic
Hyp

Symptoms:

• Cyanosis (blue fingernails and lips)
• Headache
• Decreased reaction time
• Impaired judgment
• Euphoria
• Visual impairment
• Drowsiness

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Question 2

Hyperventilation:

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Answer 2

Excessive rate and depth of respiration
leading to abnormal loss of carbon dioxide from the blood.

Symptoms: 
• Visual impairment
• Unconsciousness
• Lightheaded or dizzy sensation
• Tingling sensations
• Hot and cold sensations
• Muscle spasms

Causes:
Unexpected anxiety
Higher Altitudes Heavier Breathing

Effects:
unconsciousness

Corrective Actions:
Breathing Normally
Talking Aloud
Breathing into a bag

Question 3

Middle Ear & Sinus Problems:

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Answer 3

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Question 4

Spatial Disorientation:

What are the three systems that provide your sense of orientation and position in space?

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Answer 4

• Vestibular system—organs found in the inner ear that
sense position by the way we are balanced.

• Somatosensory system—nerves in the skin, muscles,
and joints, which, along with hearing, sense position
based on gravity, feeling, and sound.

• Visual system—eyes, which sense position based on
what is seen.

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Question 5

Motion Sickness

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Question 6

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning:

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Answer 6

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Question 7

Stress and Fatigue:

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Answer 7

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