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Heat Related Emergencies

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Heat Related Emergencies

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    1. Heat Related Emergencies Heat Stroke Heat Exhaustion Heat Cramps

    2. Extremely hot skin — usually dry, but may be wet Red skin High body temperature (106*) Altered mental status • If responsive, maybe confused and/or agitated • Unresponsive Coma

    3. 1. Check ABC 2. Move to cool place 3. Remove clothing down to underwear 4. Slightly elevate head 4. Seek medical attention 5. Cool victim – be careful

    4. Cooling method based on humidity If humidity less than 75%, use water and fan

    5. Continue cooling after victim’s mental status improves — danger of hypothermia. Use rubbing alcohol sponging or baths — can be absorbed into blood and vapors can ignite. Give aspirin or acetaminophen

    6. Other Heat Illnesses Heat syncope –fainting Heat edema – ankles & feet swell from heat

    7. Profuse sweating Flu-like symptoms (headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizzy) Rapid pulse Thirst

    8. 1. Move to a cool place 2. Give cool liquids 3. Raise victim’s legs 8 to 12 inches 4. Remove excess clothing 5. Sponge and fan victim 6. If no improvement in 30 minutes, seek medical attention

    9. 1. Rest in a cool place 2. Give lightly salted or electrolyte drink 3. Stretch cramped muscle 4.

    10. How important is water? Average adult requires 2 quarts a day Thirst not a good indicator “Rule of 3s” 3 3 3

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