Nirmala Roberts India

Heat stroke/ sunstroke Heat exhaustion Heat cramps

Due to sun/ hard work, close confined room Excessive sweating, loss of body water and salt S/S- headache, dizziness, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, cramps over limbs / abdomen, pallor, cold sweat, clammy skin, weak pulse, shallow breathing, temp normal or slightly raised, unconsciousness/ shock occasionally Treatment Cool place, ORS, prevent heat stroke

Intermittent painful contractions of skeletal muscles, due to Na + depletion Cause Replacement of fluid lost with only plain water Treatment Replace Na+

High environmental temperature (sun rays) High temperature in factories, boilers, furnaces, high fever Failure of heat regulating mechanism of body Dangerous & rapid overheating of body S/S
$ Headache, dizziness, discomfort, restlessness, $ $ $ $

confusion Skin - Hot, flushed, dry Pulse Rapid ..slow Rapid unconsciousness Body temperature 104 F or more

Athletes and military personnel Farmers Infants & elderly people Individuals with health problems Heart problems, Diabetes mellitus, obesity, alcoholism, alcoholism Those living in
$ Poorly insulated and ventilated homes $ Sedentary life styles $ Congested neighbourhood

Remove to a dry & shady place Loosen collar and tight clothing Sprinkle cool water on body / wrap in thin wet sheet & fan him Check temperature x 10 mins Do not let temp fall < 102 F Then wrap in dry sheet and continue fanning Treat shock elevate feet If conscious give ORS to drink Shift to medical facility

Limit strenuous activities to cooler times of the day Gradually expose to hot weather (10 20 days) During heat waves Stay indoor, wear minimum clothing, use wide brimmed hat/ umbrella Wear loose fitting clothes, light in colour and that covers as much of the body as possible If obese lose weight Use shades and drapes to cut direct sunlight Cooking Early morning/ late evening (prevents over heating of house) Use fans/ vents over stoves Balance salt intake with equal amount of fluids Drink plenty of water