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HEATSTROKE
FRACTURES

Basic Military Requirements (BMR) - Requirement for military advancement
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Expose the victim to a fan or air-conditioner since drafts will promote cooling. Immersing the victim in a cold water bath is also effective. Give  the  victim  (if  conscious)  cool  water  to drink. Do not give any hot drinks or stimulants. Get the victim to a medical facility as soon as possible. Cooling measures must be continued while the victim is being transported. HEAT EXHAUSTION Heat exhaustion (heat prostration or heat collapse) is the most common condition caused by working or exercising in hot spaces. Heat exhaustion produces a serious disruption of blood flow to the brain, heart, and lungs. This disruption of blood flow causes the victim to experience  weakness,  dizziness,  headache,  loss  of appetite, and nausea. Signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion. Signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion are similar to those of shock: for example— The victim will appear ashen gray; the skin cold, moist, and clammy. The pupils of the eyes may be dilated (enlarged). The  vital  signs  (blood  pressure,  temperature, pulse,  and  respiration)  usually  are  normal; however,  the  victim  may  have  a  weak  pulse together with rapid and shallow breathing. Body temperature may be below normal. Treatment  of  heat  exhaustion.  To  treat  heat exhaustion victims, you should treat them as if they were in shock. Loosen the clothing; apply cool, wet cloths. Move  the  victim  to  either  a  cool  or  an air-conditioned area, and fan the victim. Do not allow the person to become chilled. If the victim is conscious, administer a solution of 1 teaspoon of salt dissolved in a quart of cool water. If the victim vomits, don’t give any more fluids. Transport the victim to a medical facility as soon as possible. REVIEW 7 QUESTIONS Q1.  List the three most important signs of heatstroke. a. b. c. Q2.  List  the  three  most  important  signs  of  heat exhaustion. a. b. c. Q3.  What is the most important action when treating someone who is showing signs of heatstroke or heat exhaustion? Q4.  True  or  false.  In  case  of  heatstroke/heat exhaustion, you should transport the victim to a medical facility as soon as possible. FRACTURES, SPRAINS, AND STRAINS Learning Objectives: When you finish this chapter, you will be able to— 14-20 Student Notes:







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