Body Temperature
What part of the brain controls body temperature?
Hypothalamus
What is hypothermia?
Body temperature too low
Where are taste buds found?
On the tongue
What gas is dangerous because you can’t smell it?
Carbon monoxide
What is a GFCI?
Outlet that shuts off electricity to prevent shock
What is your body’s first response to being too hot or cold?
Behavior change (move, add/remove clothing)
What is frostbite?
Frozen body tissue
What must happen for something to be smelled? (1 of 3)
In the air / dissolve in nose / reach receptors
Name one source of carbon monoxide
Car, stove, furnace, generator
Should cords be placed under rugs?
No
What is shivering?
Muscle contractions that produce heat
What is dehydration?
Loss of water from the body
What are chemoreceptors?
Cells that detect chemicals (taste/smell)
What should you do if you smell gas?
Leave immediately / call for help
Why is water dangerous with electricity?
It conducts electricity
What happens to blood vessels when you’re cold?
They constrict (get smaller)
Name ONE symptom of heat exhaustion
Sweating, dizziness, nausea, tired
Why does hot food taste stronger than cold food?
Chemical reactions happen faster
How many exits should each room have?
Two
What should you do before helping someone being shocked?
Turn off power
What happens to blood vessels when you’re hot?
They dilate (get bigger)
What is the most serious heat illness?
Heat stroke
What is capsaicin?
Chemical that makes food spicy
Where should families meet during a fire?
A designated outdoor meeting place
What can overloaded outlets cause?
Fire