unit 10

Question 1

what is heat exhaustion, what does it look like, how is it treated. who is lost at risk

Answer 1

increase in core body temperature. looks like profuse sweating, lightheadedness or dizziness, tiredness, confusion, nausea, weak pulse, or paleness. to treat remove from sun, give fluid with electrolytes. if necessary, transport to hospital for iv fluids. elderly, infants, people with preexisting medical conditions

Question 2

what is heat stroke, what does it look like, how to treat

Answer 2

dangerously high body temps. lack of sweating, red and hot skin, fast rise in temperature. could cause confusion, decreased LOR, lethargy, or unconsciousness. treated by removing from heat, call 911, provide fluids if conscious and be prepared for vomiting. cool the patient by wetting the skin and using a fan to mimic sweat. remove clothes and use cool compresses on pulse points

Question 3

what is the risk factor associated with heat strokw

Answer 3

patients are at an increased risk of seizure when their body temperature rises to 103 degrees or above

Question 4

what does the deep stage of frostbite look like

Answer 4

skin with waxy, white color. firm to the touch, mottled or blotchy, swollen or blistered. might be black or purple

Question 5

how do you treat frostbite

Answer 5

remove the patient from cold and stabilize the injury. remove wet or constricting items, in deep cases cover with a dry cloth. to rewarm superficial frostbite, submerge in lukewarm water.

Question 6

how do you treat drowning

Answer 6

if the patient is breathing, place them in rescue position. if not, perform CPR. they must be transported even if they are resuscitated on scene.

Question 7

how do you safely rescue a person

Answer 7

reach, throw, row, go (for help)