Heat Exhaustion
Heat exhaustion occurs when a person has excessive water loss. The symptoms can include
headache, nausea, cold or pale skin, sweating, lightheaded or dizziness. The victim is usually
conscious, but may faint. First aid for this type of problem is to first get the person
into a shady or air-conditioned place, make sure they stay cool, give them small amounts
of liquid to sip if they are conscious, put cold wet towels on the person's face, and if
they are suffering from severe heat exhaustion, IV fluids may be required.
A heat stroke occurs when there is failure in the body's heat controlling mechanisms.
The symptoms of this may include rapid pulse, skin warm to the touch, possible headache, dry skin, and the victim might have red, flushed skin. In this case the
victim may be confused, aggressive, or even unconscious. First aid in a case
like this is to take immediate action. Take the person to a shady or air-conditioned
place. Remove most of their articles of clothing. Apply cold wet towels
on the face and the body. Then call 911 or your local emergency number.
Tips for avoiding over heating, heat exhaustion, or heat stroke:
- While outdoors on a hot day, keep cold liquids handy and drink them often.
- Try to stay in a shady place, or an air-conditioned room.
- If there is no need to go out on a hot day, stay inside.
- Carry a hand-held fan to keep cooler.
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