Which cold induced condition is signaled by a rapid loss of core body temperature? Group of answer choicesTrench FootHypothermiaFrostbiteCold rashes

Problem Breakdown

1. We need to identify which condition is characterized by a rapid loss of core body temperature related to cold exposure.

Relevant Concepts

1. Hypothermia: A dangerous drop in body temperature (core temperature) caused by prolonged exposure to cold.
2. Trench Foot: This is caused by prolonged exposure of feet to cold, wet conditions, leading to tissue damage but not necessarily a rapid drop in core temperature.
3. Frostbite: Occurs when skin and underlying tissues freeze, primarily affecting extremities, but does not primarily signal a rapid loss of core body temperature.
4. Cold rashes: Also known as cold urticaria, which are skin reactions to cold exposure, not related primarily to core temperature changes.

Analysis and Detail

• Hypothermia is associated with a significant drop in core temperature due to extended exposure to cold temperatures, making it the most relevant condition related to the rapid decline in body temperature.
• Other conditions mentioned either affect localized areas or are not characterized predominantly by core temperature drops.

Verify and Summarize

Based on the characteristics of each condition, hypothermia is indeed indicated by a rapid loss of core body temperature.

Final Answer

The correct answer is Hypothermia.