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Heat Stroke
What is Heat Stroke?
Heat Stroke is defined as the failure of the body to maintain a normal temperature after prolonged exposure to intense heat or excessive exertion. If you have conditions that predispose you to heat stroke such as an unconditioned athlete doing exhausting exercise, advanced age, diabetes,or other chronic medical conditions, you are at higher risk of repeated heat stroke if you are exposed to extreme heat. If you cover the victim with ice, he/she may shiver and end up producing more body heat causing the heat stroke to worsen.
Sun Stroke - Precautions
With the temperatures soaring day by day people need to be very alert and take all precautionary majors if they happen to go out in scorching heat.In India the mercury will start to rise from march and reaches its peak till may month. Marketing / Sales executives need to face tough time to promote their products in scorching heat. People from other fields also must ensure that they are not exposed much to heat to avoid sunstroke.
Causes
* Exposure to intense heat
* Strenuous Physical Activity
* Predisposing factors which hinder the body’s ability to release heat young children elderly people (over 65years) chronic illness, some medications
Prevention:
* Avoid prolonged exposure to intense heat
* Drink plenty of clean, cool water
* Apply a Cool wet Towel to your skin frequently
* Avoid exhausting activity if your body is not well conditioned.
* Visit the doctor regularly to monitor and control any chronic diseases
Call emergency Ambulance service if?
There is hot flushed skin with
* Decreased amount or lack of sweat
* Elevated body temperature
* Deep, rapid breathing
* Nausea and vomiting
* Decreased urine output
* Intense thirst
* Confusion
* Dizziness
* Blurred Vision
* Fits
Things to do before ambulance arrives
The objective is to reduce the body temperature by doing the following
* Remove the victims clothing and expose the skin to air
* Shift the victim to a cool shelter
* Spray the body with cold water
* Fan the body
* Apply the ice bags to the arm pits
Things you should avoid
* Do not cool the victim’s body too rapidly
* Do not give the victim water if he / she is un responsive
* Do not submerge the victim in ice water
* Do not give any medication
* Donot allow the victim to be re-exposed to the heat during recovery time
* Do not massage the muscles
How to Avoid Sunstroke
Sunstroke can be avoided by following and taking a few easy steps to prevent it. Proper prevention will help you avoid sunstroke, which is very serious and life threatening. One important factor to consider whenever ll be outdoors for an extended period of time under the sun is to protect your eyes from the rays of the sun by wearing sunglasses and a wide brim hat.
1 Keep the rays of the sun far away from your skin when taking a stroll during a hot summer day. Make sure to wear a hat or walk with a light umbrella, wearing light protective clothing.
2 Make sure to go out in the early part of the day if you want to enjoy the solitude and relaxation while sitting and watching the ocean waves as this is when the sun has not reached its peak. If you prefer late in the afternoon, make sure it is the time when the sun is setting. Take along a lightweight umbrella, a bottle of water, and enjoy the peacefulness and quietness, broken only by your thoughts, without worrying about the rays of the sun beating down on your body.
3 Use a body size umbrella to completely shade you when it is necessary to remain outdoors for a long period of time. Setting up a table to display your wares at an art show, or casual dining outdoors in the heat of the day, will ensure you the rays of the sun will be prevented from beating directly down on your body preventing dehydration and sunstroke.
4 Limit vigorous activity during hot or humid weather, especially during the middle of the day. Try to schedule exercise during cooler morning or evening hours. Rest under the shade for about 10 minutes every 1/2 hour so as not to get exhausted. Drink plenty of water frequently, not just sips and not just when you feel thirsty.
5 Rent a cabana or an umbrella when you want to spend the day at the beach without worrying of the sun's rays beating directly down on you. This will not only ensure your comfort, but will keep you safe from the rays of the sun and keep you cool. Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages and eat light meals. Drink plenty of water or water-based drinks, and enjoy your day out at the beach. Make sure you wear a wide brimmed hat, and do not forget the eyeglasses. A few precautions will ensure you a great day out, and keep you safe from getting sunstroke.
Heat Stroke
What is Heat Stroke?
Heat Stroke is defined as the failure of the body to maintain a normal temperature after prolonged exposure to intense heat or excessive exertion. If you have conditions that predispose you to heat stroke such as an unconditioned athlete doing exhausting exercise, advanced age, diabetes,or other chronic medical conditions, you are at higher risk of repeated heat stroke if you are exposed to extreme heat. If you cover the victim with ice, he/she may shiver and end up producing more body heat causing the heat stroke to worsen.
Sun Stroke - Precautions
With the temperatures soaring day by day people need to be very alert and take all precautionary majors if they happen to go out in scorching heat.In India the mercury will start to rise from march and reaches its peak till may month. Marketing / Sales executives need to face tough time to promote their products in scorching heat. People from other fields also must ensure that they are not exposed much to heat to avoid sunstroke.
Causes
* Exposure to intense heat
* Strenuous Physical Activity
* Predisposing factors which hinder the body’s ability to release heat young children elderly people (over 65years) chronic illness, some medications
Prevention:
* Avoid prolonged exposure to intense heat
* Drink plenty of clean, cool water
* Apply a Cool wet Towel to your skin frequently
* Avoid exhausting activity if your body is not well conditioned.
* Visit the doctor regularly to monitor and control any chronic diseases
Call emergency Ambulance service if?
There is hot flushed skin with
* Decreased amount or lack of sweat
* Elevated body temperature
* Deep, rapid breathing
* Nausea and vomiting
* Decreased urine output
* Intense thirst
* Confusion
* Dizziness
* Blurred Vision
* Fits
Things to do before ambulance arrives
The objective is to reduce the body temperature by doing the following
* Remove the victims clothing and expose the skin to air
* Shift the victim to a cool shelter
* Spray the body with cold water
* Fan the body
* Apply the ice bags to the arm pits
Things you should avoid
* Do not cool the victim’s body too rapidly
* Do not give the victim water if he / she is un responsive
* Do not submerge the victim in ice water
* Do not give any medication
* Donot allow the victim to be re-exposed to the heat during recovery time
* Do not massage the muscles
How to Avoid Sunstroke
Sunstroke can be avoided by following and taking a few easy steps to prevent it. Proper prevention will help you avoid sunstroke, which is very serious and life threatening. One important factor to consider whenever ll be outdoors for an extended period of time under the sun is to protect your eyes from the rays of the sun by wearing sunglasses and a wide brim hat.
1 Keep the rays of the sun far away from your skin when taking a stroll during a hot summer day. Make sure to wear a hat or walk with a light umbrella, wearing light protective clothing.
2 Make sure to go out in the early part of the day if you want to enjoy the solitude and relaxation while sitting and watching the ocean waves as this is when the sun has not reached its peak. If you prefer late in the afternoon, make sure it is the time when the sun is setting. Take along a lightweight umbrella, a bottle of water, and enjoy the peacefulness and quietness, broken only by your thoughts, without worrying about the rays of the sun beating down on your body.
3 Use a body size umbrella to completely shade you when it is necessary to remain outdoors for a long period of time. Setting up a table to display your wares at an art show, or casual dining outdoors in the heat of the day, will ensure you the rays of the sun will be prevented from beating directly down on your body preventing dehydration and sunstroke.
4 Limit vigorous activity during hot or humid weather, especially during the middle of the day. Try to schedule exercise during cooler morning or evening hours. Rest under the shade for about 10 minutes every 1/2 hour so as not to get exhausted. Drink plenty of water frequently, not just sips and not just when you feel thirsty.
5 Rent a cabana or an umbrella when you want to spend the day at the beach without worrying of the sun's rays beating directly down on you. This will not only ensure your comfort, but will keep you safe from the rays of the sun and keep you cool. Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages and eat light meals. Drink plenty of water or water-based drinks, and enjoy your day out at the beach. Make sure you wear a wide brimmed hat, and do not forget the eyeglasses. A few precautions will ensure you a great day out, and keep you safe from getting sunstroke.
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