Effects of a NBC (nuclear, biological, and chemical) nutrient solution on physiological and psychological status during sustained activity in the heat. Final report, February-March 1987

Technical Report · Fri Jul 17 00:00:00 EDT 1987

OSTI ID:5426020

Rose, M S; Francesconi, R P; Levine, L; Shukitt, B; Munro, I

Soldiers involved in nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) warfare may be encapsulated in MOPP4 ensemble for up to 24 hours. In that configuration the soldier is in a fasting state unless he can move to a decontaminated area to eat. The purpose of this study was to determine if a nutrient solution containing 2.34% carbohydrate and 24.1 mEq sodium per liter (NBC nutrient solution) would be more effective than a control solution of colored and flavored water in maintaining the physiological and psychological status of a person under thermal conditions that simulate MOPP4 encapsulation. Fluid intake was encouraged and the subjects maintained hydration fairly well. The results of this study indicated that water and the NBC Nutrient solution were equally effective in maintaining hydration and physiological status under hot dry conditions. The NBC Nutrient solution was more palatable, lowered symptom intensity, and improves mood; cognitive performance was not improved.

• Research Organization: Army Research Inst. of Environmental Medicine, Natick, MA (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5426020
• Report Number(s): AD-A-188175/4/XAB; USARIEM-T-25-87
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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