Publications by authors named "Dustin S Slivka"
Objective: Hydration is an important logistical consideration for persons performing in austere environments because water demands must be balanced with the burden of carrying water.
Methods: Seven novice climbers participated in a study to determine the hydration kinetics and core temperatures associated with a successful summit of Mount Rainier. Ingestible radio-equipped thermometer capsules were swallowed to monitor core temperature, and an oral dose of deuterium (0.