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HOT WEATHER
FIRST AID
HOT WEATHER
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Cramps (signs)
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Pain
Reduced range of motion
Weakness in the muscle
HOT WEATHER
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Cramps (treatment)
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Rest
Stretching
Drink fluids (water is best)
Massage the muscles
Eat bananas (potassium)
HEAT EXHAUSTION
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SIGNS
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Profuse (too much) sweating
Body feels weak
Pale
Nausea (vomit)
Lightheaded (dizzy)
HEAT EXHAUSTION
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Treatment
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Rest for at 30 minutes
Get into a cool environment
Drink fluids
HEAT STROKE
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SIGNS
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High body temperature > 105d
Hot, dry skin
Very rapid heartbeat
Victim will probably be unconscious
HEAT STROKE
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TREATMENT
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Wet the clothing with water not ice
Get out of the hot environment
Get medical attention
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