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Heat Exhaustion HEAT EXHAUSTION based on First Aid Manual 8th Edition (fully revised & updated) 2002. page 203. ISBN: 0-7513-3704-8. www.dk/com/firstaidmanual Introduction to Heat Exhaustion Heat exhaustion develops gradually. People working in hot and humid conditions, those who have taken certain illegal drugs and those who are unwell are more easily affected. Our aim is to replace water and salt lost from the body, cool them down and obtain medical advice if necessary.
Recognising Heat Exhaustion = The casualty maybe feeling sick, dizzy and confused = They may complain of a headache, cramp in their arms, legs and abdominal wall = They are likely to be sweating resulting in pale and clammy skin. = Their pulse will be weakening and speeding up and their breathing will be getting shallower and speeding up
Care of a casualty with Heat Exhaustion
Make the casualty comfortable Assist the casualty to a cooler area Laying the casualty down with their legs slightly raised may help q Encourage the casualty to drink plenty of water q If possible make a weak salt solution for the casualty to drink (one tea spoon of salt per litre of water) q It is recommended that the casualty sees a doctor even with a quick recovery
If the casualty's response drops, follow the Basic Life Support guidelines q Closely monitor there breathing, pulse and level of response
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