Human Factors Flashcards

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What is Hypoxia?

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  • It is an absence of enough oxygen in the body to sustain bodily functions
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What are some symptoms of Hypoxia?

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  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Difficulty Breathing
  • Euphoric State
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What is Hyperventilation?

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  • It is when the amount of carbon dioxide in your blood drops due to rapid breathing
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What are some sypmtoms of Hyperventilation?

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  • Tingly Sensation
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of Breath
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What is Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?

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  • When too much carbon monoxide builds up in your blood
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What are some symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?

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  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Confusion
  • Weakness
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What is Hypothermia?

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  • It is a significant and potentially fatal drop in body temperature
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What are some symptoms of Hypothermia?

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  • Shivering
  • Slurred Speech
  • Slow Breathing
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What is the Black Hole Effect?

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  • It is a visual illusion that causes pilots to overestimate their descent angle causing them to fly lower and crash into the ground
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What is Spatial Disorientation?

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  • When a pilot is unable to sense the postion, attitude, or motion of their plane
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