Heat Exhaustion: First Aid PDF

Heat Exhaustion: First Aid According to the Mayo Clinic, heat exhaustion is more severe than mild heat cramps but less severe than a potentially life-threatening heatstroke. Heat exhaustion usually happens unexpectedly, and occasionally occurs after excessive exerci...

Heat Exhaustion: First Aid According to the Mayo Clinic, heat exhaustion is more severe than mild heat cramps but less severe than a potentially life-threatening heatstroke. Heat exhaustion usually happens unexpectedly, and occasionally occurs after excessive exercise, heavy perspiration and inadequate fluid intake. Its signs and symptoms resemble those of shock and include: « Feeling faint, dizzy or fatigued « Nausea e Heavy sweating « Rapid, weak heartbeat « Low blood pressure « Cool, moist, pale skin « Low-grade fever « Heat cramps « Headache « Dark-colored urine If you suspect heat exhaustion: * Remove the person from the sun and into a shady or air- condi- tioned site. « Lay the person down and elevate the legs and feet slightly. + Loosen or remove the person's clothing, as appropriate. « Have the person drink cool water. « Cool the person by spraying or sponging with cool water and fanning. « Monitor the person's condition. Heat exhaustion can quickly become heatstroke. Call 911 or for EM assistance if the person has a fever of more than 102° F, has fainted, 1s confused, or has a serzure. I3z