Florida State Paramedic Practice Exam

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What does the absence of sweating during heat stroke indicate?

Body is cooling properly
Possible heat-related illness
Effective hydration
Hypothermia

The correct answer is: Possible heat-related illness

The absence of sweating during heat stroke indicates a possible heat-related illness because sweating is the body's primary mechanism for regulating temperature. When someone experiences heat stroke, the body's thermoregulatory mechanisms fail, leading to an inability to sweat. This can result in a dangerously high body temperature, which can cause internal damage and result in life-threatening complications. The absence of sweating while the body is overheating is a clear sign that the individual may be progressing into a serious state of heat illness, such as heat stroke, thus requiring immediate medical attention.