Altitude Flashcards
0
Q
How does altitude affect O2?
A
O2 remains 20%
Po2 (partial pressure of oxygen) decreases
1
Q
How quick does temperature decrease?
A
6.5 C every 1000m
Danger of hypothermia and dehydration
2
Q
Symptoms of acute mountain sickness
A
Anorexia Nausea Vomiting Insomnia Dizziness Fatigue
3
Q
Symptoms of high altitude cerebral edema
A
Headache Disorientation Loss of coordination Memory loss Psychotic behaviour
4
Q
High altitude pulmonary edema symptoms
A
Chest tightness
Persistent cough
Frothy sputum
Feeling of suffocation during sleep
