Confusion, apparent sleepiness or decreased consciousness, and an inability to walk straight indicate the brain is experiencing a severe lack of oxygen. For hiking trips, it is important that members of the group check in with each other when arriving at new destinations and watch for signs of hypoxia or low oxygen.

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