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Table 6
Single Best Predictor of Failure in Wilderness Ventures
Determined during Medical Assessment
Predictor
Number
Psychological Problems
25
History of Medical or Performance Problems
during previous similar ventures
20
Volunteer or recruit
3
Intolerance
to
Altitude
2
Status of Cardiovascular System
1
Simulation of Planned Activity
1
Use of Drugs
1
History of Illness
1
