HUN-1201 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Renin, Aldosterone, Hypothyroidism
26 Oct 2015
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Atp is the energy carrying molecule in the body and is generated from the breakdowns of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. only last in the muscles for about 1 3 seconds, so it must be generated continuously: once atp stores are depleted, muscles turn to creatine phosphate, resting: main energy source for periods of rest are fats/lipids, physical activity: any movement produced by muscles that increases energy expenditure; includes occupational, household, leisure time, and transformational activities. Know the most fatal one: heat syncope: dizziness that occurs when the blood pools in the lower extremities; often results from standing too long in hot weather, standing rapidly from a laying position, or stopping suddenly after physical exertion, heat cramps: muscle spasm that occur several hours after strenuous activity; most often occur when sweat losses and fluid intakes are high, urine volume is low, and sodium intake is inadequate, heat exhaustion: illness characterized by excessive sweating, weakness, nausea, dizziness, headache, and difficulty concentrating.
