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Factors Affecting Performance - Individual & Task
To discuss the individual and task related factors that affect the performance of a task
4  cards
1- Neurophysiology of Thermoregulation
Discuss effector mechanisms which are involved in the control of body temp Discuss the relative roles of central and peripheral thermoreceptors and how they impact thermoregulation Discuss how non-thermal factors may influence thermoregulation
10  cards
2 Methods
Discuss how the thermal environment can be monitored and the thermal indices that have been developed, Critically evaluate the methods used to measure the thermal responses of individuals in different environments
10  cards
3 Short term responses to cold water immersion
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9  cards
4 Hypothermia during cold water immersion and the afterdrop
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8  cards
5 Acclimatisation and habituation to cold
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3  cards
6 The Diving Response
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6  cards
7 Cold injuries
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10  cards
8 Thermoregulation during exercise and performance in the heat
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9  cards
Hydration and heat illness
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11  cards
Cooling strategies
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8  cards
Altitude
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16  cards

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