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Heat cramps |
Painful muscle spasms, usually in the legs and abdomen and are caused by loss of fluids and electrolute from sweating |
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How do you care for heat cramps? |
Move the person to a cool, shady place to rest. Have them drink preferably a sportsdrink. If one isn't available have them drink milk, juice, water, etc. |
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Heat exhaustion |
When fluids lost through sweating are not replaced |
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How do you care for heat exhaustion? |
Move the person to a cooler environment. Loosen or remove clothing. Fan the person and give them a sportsdrink. ( or whatever is available ) |
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Heat stroke |
When the bodies cooling system is completely overwhelmed and stops working |
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How do you care for a heat stroke? |
Call 911. Rapidly cool the persons body (place ice bags, etc), give extra care if needed. |
