Heat Exhaustion - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

Overview

  • Heat exhaustion is a heat-related disorder
  • Here, loss of fluids takes place
  • This decreases blood flow to vital organs, leading to shock

Causes
  • Heat exhaustion caused by excessive heat
  • Increased by overexertion / sweating / hot, humid climate
Risk Factors
  • Poor circulation
  • Recurrent Illness
  • Medications like diuretics / laxatives / antihistamines / antidepressants
  • Young children and older people at risk, even when inactive
Symptoms
  • Weakness / dizziness
  • Headache / nausea 
  • Cold / moist skin 
  • Paleness 
  • Dry tongue / thirst 
  • Vomiting 
  • Loss of appetite 
  • Excessive sweating
  • Rapid/weak heartbeat
  • Fast / shallow breathing 
  • Muscle fatigue
  • Cramps 
Treatment 

a) Cooling the body
  • Remove the person to a shady place 
  • Loosen tight-fitting clothing
  • Remove extra clothes 
  • Cool the person by sponging with wet cloth / towel
b) Hydrating
  • Give fluids like sports drink / fruit or vegetable juices
  • Water containing electrolytes may be given
  • Give fluid every 15-20 minutes
  • Avoid coffee and alcohol 
Consult A Doctor
  • If the symptoms don't clear up in 30 minutes
Seek emergency help in case of 
  • Physical collapse 
  • Loss of consciousness
Prevention
  • Do not indulge in drunken driving
  • Practice safe methods while driving / sporting / other activities
  • Always follow safety rules
  • Supervise the activities of children

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