Spatial Disorientation Flashcards

1
Q

Vestibular system

A

Inner ear Organs used for balance

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2
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Visual system

A

Determine position based upon site and is most reliable

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3
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Somato sensory system

A

Gravity and sound

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4
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Leans

A

Fluid is not setting in motion due to slow movement

Not feeling changes in airplane

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5
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Coriolis illusion

A

Enter turn but after a minute fluid is stable

Sudden movements through off inner balance

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6
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Graveyard spiral

A

Enter a turn to where fluid settles

When I enter straight and level body says otherwise

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