27 Questions
What is a common symptom of heat cramps?
Severe muscle cramps in the arm or legs
What should you do if the heat cramp victim is not nauseous?
Give them a cold sports drink
What is the recommended position for the heat cramp victim?
Lying down with legs elevated 8 to 12 inches
What should you do if the victim has not fully recovered after 30 minutes?
Seek medical attention
What is the temperature range for heat exhaustion?
Between 36°C to 40°C
What is the main cause of heat exhaustion?
Excessive body fluid loss
What is exertional heatstroke a precursor to?
Heat struke
What happens to the body's temperature in exertional heatstroke?
It increases excessively, sometimes exceeding 41.5C
What is a common cause of exertional heatstroke?
Excessive fluid loss combined with high humidity
How can heatstroke be prevented during exercise in hot weather?
By exercising in the heat for 10 to 14 days to improve heat acclimatization
What is the result of excessive fluid loss and lack of cooling during exercise?
Exertional heatstroke
What happens when the amount of water lost exceeds the amount taken in?
Dehydration occurs
What is the effect of dehydration on exercise performance?
It reduces exercise performance and time to exhaustion
What is a symptom of dehydration?
Dry mouth and thirst
What should you do if you experience dehydration symptoms during exercise?
Remove yourself from the game and move to a cool location
When should you seek medical attention for dehydration?
If symptoms persist or worsen
What should you do before embarking on a long outdoor activity?
Tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return
Why should you avoid drinking alcohol during outdoor activities in the cold?
It contributes to heat loss
What is essential to ensure safety in outdoor activities like swimming and diving?
Wearing proper equipment
What can result from engaging in outdoor activities ill-equipped?
Serious accidents and injuries
Why is it important to stay hydrated and have sufficient calories during outdoor activities?
To generate body heat
What is a sign of mild hypothermia?
Shivering
What should you do to prevent heat-related illness?
Remove wet clothing
What is a common symptom of heat stroke?
Confusion
What should you do if the person has severe hypothermia?
Wrap them in warm, dry blankets
What is the danger of cooling the body too rapidly?
It can cause total body cooling
What is the minimum body temperature for clinically diagnosed hypothermia?
36°C
Learn about the signs and symptoms of heat cramps, including muscle cramps, profuse sweating, and clammy skin. Understand the first aid measures to take, such as immediate cessation of exercise and consumption of water or sports beverage.
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