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A marathon runner, two hours into the event, experiences nausea, an increase in core body temperature and a decrease in blood pressure - HSC - SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education - Question 17 - 2003 - Paper 1
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A marathon runner, two hours into the event, experiences nausea, an increase in core body temperature and a decrease in blood pressure. What could be a reason for t... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:A marathon runner, two hours into the event, experiences nausea, an increase in core body temperature and a decrease in blood pressure - HSC - SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education - Question 17 - 2003 - Paper 1
Step 1
Insufficient water was consumed by the runner before and during the event.
Answer
Dehydration is a common issue in endurance events such as marathons. Insufficient water intake can lead to overheating and decreased blood pressure due to reduced blood volume. This aligns with the symptoms of nausea, increased core body temperature, and decreased blood pressure that the marathon runner is experiencing.