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 Heat Cramps, Exhaustion, and Stroke 

 

What to do if someone becomes sick from the following:

 

Heat Cramps:

Get the person to a cooler place and have him or her rest in a comfortable position.  Lightly stretch the affected muscle and replenish fluids.  Give a half glass of cool water every 15 minutes.   Go not give liquids with alcohol or caffeine in them, as they can cause further dehydration, making conditions worse.

Heat Exhaustion:

Get the person out of the heat and into a cooler place. Remove or loosen tight clothing and apply cool, wet cloths, such as towels or sheets.  If the person is conscious, give cool water to drink.  Make sure the person drinks slowly.  Give a half glass of cool water every 15 minutes.  Let the victim rest in a comfortable position, and watch carefully for changes in his or her condition.

Heat Stroke:

Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number immediately.  Move the person to a cooler place.  Quickly cool the body.  Immerse the victim in a cool bath, or wrap wet sheets around the body and fan it.  Watch for signals of breathing problems.  Keep the person lying down and continue to cool the body any way you can.  If the victim refuses water, is vomiting, or there are any changes in the level of consciousness, do not give anything to eat or drink.

 


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