Which of the following is a listed hypothermia symptom?

• A. Shivering
• B. Imbalance
• C. Cessation of shivering
• D. Death

Answer: (B)

Hypothermia slows the body's nervous system, leading to impaired coordination and balance as cooling progresses. Imbalance (loss of balance or ataxia) is a recognized sign on many hypothermia symptom lists because it directly reflects this neurological impairment. Shivering is a common early cold response, but in this context it isn’t the listed symptom the question targets. Cessation of shivering signals severe hypothermia rather than a general listed symptom. Death isn’t a symptom people experience during the illness—it’s an outcome. So, imbalance best matches the listed symptom in this question.