Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1629 (Set 50)

What causes heat exhaustion?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — excessive loss of water and salt from the body

Heavy labor in hot marine machinery spaces causes excessive diaphoresis, resulting in significant electrolyte and fluid depletion that triggers hypovolemic-like symptoms known as heat exhaustion.

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