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Name 6 major roles of water in the body.
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60 % of weight. Carries and acts as a solvent for minerals, vits, amino acids, glucose. Cleanses tissues and blood of wastes. Actively partic in chem reactions. Acts as a lubricant and shock absorber. Aids in maintaining body temp.
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Name 8 symptoms for mild dehydration.
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Sudden weight loss, rough skin, thirst, rapid pulse, high Blood pressure, Weakness, less urine, fever, fainting.
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Name 8 symptoms for severe dehydration. (More than 5% body weight lost)
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Pale skin, Blue lips/fingers, Confusion, hyperventilation, weak irregular pulse, thicker blood, shock/seizures, coma/death.
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Name factors that increase water consumption needs.
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Alcohol Consumption, Hot and cold weather, dietary fiber, kidney problems, Hot temps, Increased protein, salt or sugar intakes, Medications, Exercise, Pregnancy, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Surgery, burns, loss of water.
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Water need depends on what 5 factors?
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Altitude, Humidity, Diet, Temperature, and activity level.
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