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Heat Related Disorders: Symptoms and dangers
 Sunburn
| Symptoms: |
Skin redness and pain possible swelling and/or
blisters
Fever
Headaches |
| Dangers: |
Sunburn slows the skin's ability to cool itself |
| First Aid: |
Take a shower, using soap, to remove oils that may
block pores(thus preventing the body from cooling naturally.)
If blisters occur, apply dry, sterile dressings and get immediate medical attention. |
Heat
Cramps
| Symptoms: |
Painful spasms usually in leg and abdominal muscles.
Heavy sweating. |
| First Aid: |
Apply firm pressure to the cramping muscles or gently massage
them to relieve the spasms.
Give sips of water. If nausea occurs, discontinue use. |
Heat
Exhaustion
| Symptoms: |
Heavy sweating
Weakness
Cold, pale and clammy skin
Weak pulse
Normal body temperature possible.
Fainting or vomiting may occur. |
| First Aid: |
Get the victim out of the sun and have him/her lie down in a cool place.
Loosen clothing.
Apply cool, wet cloths.
Fan or move victim to air-conditioned place.
Give sips of water. If nausea occurs, discontinue. If vomiting occurs, seek immediate
medical attention. |
Heat
Stroke (Sun Stroke)
| Symptoms: |
High body temperature (106F or higher)
Hot, dry skin
Rapid, strong pulse
Possible unconsciousness
Victim will probably not sweat |
| Dangers: |
Death |
| First Aid: |
Heat stroke is a serious medical emergency.
Call 9-1-1 for emergency medical services or get the victim to a hospital immediately.
Delay can be fatal.
While waiting for help, move victim to a cooler environment.
Try to reduce body temperature:
Remove clothing and
give a a cool bath or sponging.
Use fans and/or air
conditioners.
DO NOT GIVE FLUIDS. |
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