Heat Exhaustion First Aid – Flashcards

often occurs when someone exercises in the heat & sweats a lot

-sweating -nausea -dizziness -vomiting -muscle cramps -feeling faint & fatigue

-most heat-related emergencies are caused by vigorous exercise -painful muscle spasms -Signs=muscle cramps, sweating & headache

-can be fatal -call 911 -monitor victim after cooling down

1. scene safety 2. phone 911 3. lie person down in a cool place 4. remove as much clothing as possible 5. cool person w/ water spray 6. can cool w/ cool damp clothes on neck, armpit, and groin 7. victim should drink something w/ sugar & electrolytes