5. For each of the factors listed below, describe how being immersed in hot wate

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5. For each of the factors listed below, describe how being immersed in hot water, consuming alcohol and taking Lasix, would affect each and why, Limit discussion of alcohol to the immediate effects on the CNS, and make sure to follow the example answer! (6 pts) Effect of hot water Effect of alcohol Peripheral reduced by heat due to reduced by alcoholNo direct effect resistance vasodilation response towhich inhibits vasoconstriction due to depression of CNS and sympathetic output cool core temp Heart rate Stroke volume

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heart rate:

effect of hot water: the body temperature raises there by decreasing blood pressure. To counteract the drop in BP, the heaet rate and pulse increase.

effect of alcohol: higher levels of alcohol can dangerouslu slow down one's heart rate and breathing.

effect of Lasix: Lasix is used to treat fluid retention or edema; thismay cause uneven heart rate.

Stroke volume:

effect of hot water: stroke volume is maintained or slightly increased due to heat stress.

effect of alcohol: with increase in the alcohol consumption, blood alcohol level increases; the stroke volume falls down with alcohol consumption.

effect of Lasix: decreases the stroke volume as well as the diastolic function of heart.

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