Heat Cramps: Signs, Symptoms, and First Aid

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What is a common symptom of heat cramps?

Rapid weight gain

Severe muscle cramps in the arm or legs (correct)

Fever above 40°C

Severe headache

What should you do if the heat cramp victim is not nauseous?

Make them exercise more

Give them a cold sports drink (correct)

Give them a warm meal

Make them rest for 30 minutes

What is the recommended position for the heat cramp victim?

Standing upright

Sitting down

Walking slowly

Lying down with legs elevated 8 to 12 inches (correct)

What should you do if the victim has not fully recovered after 30 minutes?

Seek medical attention Signup and view all the answers

What is the temperature range for heat exhaustion?

Between 36°C to 40°C Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of heat exhaustion?

Excessive body fluid loss Signup and view all the answers

What is exertional heatstroke a precursor to?

Heat struke Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the body's temperature in exertional heatstroke?

It increases excessively, sometimes exceeding 41.5C Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of exertional heatstroke?

Excessive fluid loss combined with high humidity Signup and view all the answers

How can heatstroke be prevented during exercise in hot weather?

By exercising in the heat for 10 to 14 days to improve heat acclimatization Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of excessive fluid loss and lack of cooling during exercise?

Exertional heatstroke Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the amount of water lost exceeds the amount taken in?

Dehydration occurs Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of dehydration on exercise performance?

It reduces exercise performance and time to exhaustion Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of dehydration?

Dry mouth and thirst Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you experience dehydration symptoms during exercise?

Remove yourself from the game and move to a cool location Signup and view all the answers

When should you seek medical attention for dehydration?

If symptoms persist or worsen Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before embarking on a long outdoor activity?

Tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return Signup and view all the answers

Why should you avoid drinking alcohol during outdoor activities in the cold?

It contributes to heat loss Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to ensure safety in outdoor activities like swimming and diving?

Wearing proper equipment Signup and view all the answers

What can result from engaging in outdoor activities ill-equipped?

Serious accidents and injuries Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to stay hydrated and have sufficient calories during outdoor activities?

To generate body heat Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign of mild hypothermia?

Shivering Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to prevent heat-related illness?

Remove wet clothing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of heat stroke?

Confusion Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the person has severe hypothermia?

Wrap them in warm, dry blankets Signup and view all the answers

What is the danger of cooling the body too rapidly?

It can cause total body cooling Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum body temperature for clinically diagnosed hypothermia?

36°C Signup and view all the answers