Staying Cool And Hydrated On Hot Summer Days
- 1.Based on this article how long does it take your body to become acclimated to heat?
- A.
It takes about 4-6 hours for your body to become acclimated to the heat.
- B.
It only takes about 7 days of working or exercising in the heat for your body to adjust.
- C.
It takes about 10 to 14 days of working or exercising in the heat for your body to adjust or become acclimatized.
- D.
It takes about 24 hours for your body to become acclimated to the heat.
- 2.The best time to consume fluids is before you are thirsty.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 3.Failure to drink enough water daily, or other non-caffeinated fluids could possibly lead to:
- A.
Muscle cramps
- B.
Dry lips and tongue
- C.
Headache
- D.
All of the above
- 4.Your fluid needs stop when your activity is over.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 5.Athletes/exercisers are among the groups most at risk groups for heat related illnesses?
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 6.What type of drinks should you avoid drinking while in the sun or heat?
- A.
Gatorade / Powerade
- B.
Drinks containing alcohol
- C.
Caffeinated drinks
- D.
Water
- E.
A & D
- F.
B & C
- 7.A source to help replace electrolytes lost during sweating is:
- A.
Water
- B.
Soda
- C.
Sports drinks
- D.
None of the above
- 8.What is the recommended amount of fluid intake after outdoor activities?
- A.
7 ounces within 8 hours
- B.
10 ounces for children and adults within 2 hours
- C.
24 ounces for children and adults within 2 hours
- D.
8 ounces within 6 hours
- 9.Per this article what affect does pouring water over your head have on your core body temperature?
- A.
Helps to hydrate the body therefore cooling the body temp.
- B.
Replaces electrolytes thus cooling the body temp.
- C.
No effect.
- D.
Drastically cools the core body temp.
- 10.If you’re accustomed to spending a lot of time outdoors playing, exercising or working in the heat, the heat has no affect on you.
- A.
True
- B.
False
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