The document discusses various cold weather injuries including hypothermia, frostbite, and trench foot. It provides information on prevention, signs and symptoms, and treatment methods for each. It emphasizes the importance of keeping the body protected and dry in cold weather to avoid injuries like dehydration, sunburn, snow blindness, and carbon monoxide poisoning. The typical victim is described as a young male service member from a warm climate who engages in risk behaviors like tobacco use. Throughout, it stresses prevention through proper clothing, hydration, and avoiding alcohol in cold conditions.
This document discusses various summer safety hazards including heat-related illnesses, severe storms, poisonous plants and animals, sun exposure, insect bites, and provides tips for prevention and first aid. It covers how the body regulates heat and can experience heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke if overexposed. Proper hydration and acclimation to heat are emphasized. Sunburn and eye damage from UV rays are addressed as well as insect bites from bees, wasps, and ticks. Natural and chemical insect repellents are compared.
Sunstroke and it's Management - Dr.S.Gopakumar,Atreya AwardeeAjith Ramachandran
1. Sunstroke is an acute, life-threatening condition caused when the body's heat-regulating system fails due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures or excessive heat production.
2. Symptoms include elevated body temperature, hot dry skin, confusion, and loss of consciousness. The primary treatment is to lower the elevated body temperature rapidly through cooling measures like cold water baths or ice packs.
3. Ayurveda sees sunstroke as related to the pitta and vata doshas. Treatment focuses on pitta pacification, udana vaha srota restoration, and rehydration with herbal preparations and lifestyle measures suited for the hot season.
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are heat-related illnesses that can occur when the body overheats. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include fatigue, headache, dizziness, nausea, and muscle cramps. Treatment involves laying the person in a cool place, giving them water, and adding salt to their water if sweating or vomiting. For heat stroke, symptoms include headache, feeling hot, and potentially losing consciousness. Treatment requires moving the person to a cool environment, removing clothing, wrapping them in cold wet sheets to lower their high body temperature, and monitoring their vital signs.
Heatstroke is a severe condition where the body cannot cool itself through sweating and becomes overheated. It is common in hot, humid climates and during strenuous physical activity in the heat. Symptoms include high body temperature, dry skin, confusion and fainting. Those at risk include the elderly, people with certain medical conditions, and those new to hot climates. To prevent heatstroke, it is important to avoid the hottest parts of the day, gradually acclimate to heat, stay hydrated, dress appropriately for heat, and cool down with water activities as needed. Seeking medical help immediately is crucial if heatstroke is suspected.
This document summarizes the risks and benefits of sun exposure. It notes that some sun exposure is needed to produce vitamin D, but that excessive unprotected exposure can lead to sunburn, skin damage, premature aging, and skin cancers like melanoma. It provides information on how to minimize sun damage through the use of protective clothing, hats, sunscreen, and avoiding midday sun when UV rays are strongest. It warns that tanning beds still produce UV rays and are not a safe alternative to tanning. Overall it aims to educate that sun exposure needs to be moderate and protective to maximize benefits and reduce risks to health.
This document outlines guidelines for working in hot conditions and preventing heat-related illnesses. It discusses taking regular breaks, drinking plenty of water, and adding salt to meals in summer. Risk factors for heat illnesses include high temperatures, humidity, medical conditions, and dehydration. Heat exhaustion involves symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and nausea. Heat stroke is a medical emergency defined by a temperature over 40.6°C and may involve confusion, seizures and unconsciousness. Immediate treatment for heat stroke includes cooling the body and seeking medical help.
Dehydration and heat stroke are life-threatening heat-related illnesses that can occur if the body loses too much water and salt through sweating. Dehydration is caused by not drinking enough fluids, while heat stroke happens when the body is unable to cool itself during extreme heat exposure. Symptoms of dehydration include thirst, fatigue, and dry skin, while heat stroke symptoms include confusion, hot dry skin, and high body temperature. Both conditions require rehydration with fluids or intravenous fluids in severe cases. Drinking plenty of water and avoiding long periods in the heat can help prevent dehydration and heat stroke.
This document discusses various summer safety hazards including heat-related illnesses, severe storms, poisonous plants and animals, sun exposure, insect bites, and provides tips for prevention and first aid. It covers how the body regulates heat and can experience heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke if overexposed. Proper hydration and acclimation to heat are emphasized. Sunburn and eye damage from UV rays are addressed as well as insect bites from bees, wasps, and ticks. Natural and chemical insect repellents are compared.
Sunstroke and it's Management - Dr.S.Gopakumar,Atreya AwardeeAjith Ramachandran
1. Sunstroke is an acute, life-threatening condition caused when the body's heat-regulating system fails due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures or excessive heat production.
2. Symptoms include elevated body temperature, hot dry skin, confusion, and loss of consciousness. The primary treatment is to lower the elevated body temperature rapidly through cooling measures like cold water baths or ice packs.
3. Ayurveda sees sunstroke as related to the pitta and vata doshas. Treatment focuses on pitta pacification, udana vaha srota restoration, and rehydration with herbal preparations and lifestyle measures suited for the hot season.
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are heat-related illnesses that can occur when the body overheats. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include fatigue, headache, dizziness, nausea, and muscle cramps. Treatment involves laying the person in a cool place, giving them water, and adding salt to their water if sweating or vomiting. For heat stroke, symptoms include headache, feeling hot, and potentially losing consciousness. Treatment requires moving the person to a cool environment, removing clothing, wrapping them in cold wet sheets to lower their high body temperature, and monitoring their vital signs.
Heatstroke is a severe condition where the body cannot cool itself through sweating and becomes overheated. It is common in hot, humid climates and during strenuous physical activity in the heat. Symptoms include high body temperature, dry skin, confusion and fainting. Those at risk include the elderly, people with certain medical conditions, and those new to hot climates. To prevent heatstroke, it is important to avoid the hottest parts of the day, gradually acclimate to heat, stay hydrated, dress appropriately for heat, and cool down with water activities as needed. Seeking medical help immediately is crucial if heatstroke is suspected.
This document summarizes the risks and benefits of sun exposure. It notes that some sun exposure is needed to produce vitamin D, but that excessive unprotected exposure can lead to sunburn, skin damage, premature aging, and skin cancers like melanoma. It provides information on how to minimize sun damage through the use of protective clothing, hats, sunscreen, and avoiding midday sun when UV rays are strongest. It warns that tanning beds still produce UV rays and are not a safe alternative to tanning. Overall it aims to educate that sun exposure needs to be moderate and protective to maximize benefits and reduce risks to health.
This document outlines guidelines for working in hot conditions and preventing heat-related illnesses. It discusses taking regular breaks, drinking plenty of water, and adding salt to meals in summer. Risk factors for heat illnesses include high temperatures, humidity, medical conditions, and dehydration. Heat exhaustion involves symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and nausea. Heat stroke is a medical emergency defined by a temperature over 40.6°C and may involve confusion, seizures and unconsciousness. Immediate treatment for heat stroke includes cooling the body and seeking medical help.
Dehydration and heat stroke are life-threatening heat-related illnesses that can occur if the body loses too much water and salt through sweating. Dehydration is caused by not drinking enough fluids, while heat stroke happens when the body is unable to cool itself during extreme heat exposure. Symptoms of dehydration include thirst, fatigue, and dry skin, while heat stroke symptoms include confusion, hot dry skin, and high body temperature. Both conditions require rehydration with fluids or intravenous fluids in severe cases. Drinking plenty of water and avoiding long periods in the heat can help prevent dehydration and heat stroke.
British council it team 17 february 2015Perry Timms
This document discusses how work and employment are changing due to digital technologies and trends like the "IKEAFICATION" of jobs. It suggests that traditional management roles will decline as work becomes more flexible, customizable, and social. In the future, workers may have more autonomy and short-term engagements rather than long-term employment, while consistency and stability become less important. Technology is also changing how social and connected people are at work.
The document discusses creating an audio guide and additional materials for the Union Library's Pre-Raphaelite murals. It lists the titles of two murals - "The Education of Arthur by Merlin" and "Arthur's Wedding with the Incident of the White Hart" - as well as items to include an informational podcast, display board, and poster promoting a reception, with a link to the podcast.
Presentation 4-Jury Member at District CourtsParbodh C Bali
A businessman turned social worker who served as a jury member in district courts from 2008 to 2014. He provided legal services to the community as a member of the District and Session Court in Amritsar. He also volunteered with the Punjab Legal Service Authority to provide free legal aid in the district of Amritsar over this time period.
Live Music Band Ltd Booking and Management Agency based in London and promoted and owned by Maurizio Della Fortuna. Roster includes: Wunmi Olaiya, Robert Mitchell and Omar Puente, Loretta Grace, Roy Ayers, Larry Graham, Light of the World, Los Amigos Invisibles, Quartaumentata, Margarida Guerreiro, 7 Sois and more...
This document provides information on common summer illnesses and how to stay safe in the heat. It discusses how the body can be overwhelmed by extreme heat, leading to issues like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. It lists symptoms and treatments for various heat-related conditions like heat cramps, heat rash, and sunburn. Key advice includes drinking plenty of fluids, limiting time in direct sun, and recognizing warning signs of more serious illnesses like heat stroke. The overall message is that summer can be enjoyed safely by respecting the heat and listening to your body's needs.
The document provides information on common emergencies including environmental, medical, and childbirth emergencies. For environmental emergencies, it describes hypothermia and its stages, signs and symptoms, and first aid. It also outlines heat emergencies like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke - their causes, signs, symptoms, and treatment. For medical emergencies, it discusses strokes, diabetes, seizures, and febrile seizures. It also covers emergency childbirth procedures and complications that may arise.
This document summarizes first aid procedures for heat exhaustion, heatstroke, hypothermia, and frostbite. It outlines signs and symptoms of each condition and provides guidance on first aid management. For heat illnesses like heat exhaustion and heatstroke, first aid includes removing the person from heat, cooling their body, and providing fluids. For hypothermia, treatment ranges from removing wet clothing and adding dry layers for mild cases to calling emergency services and performing CPR if needed for severe cases. Frostbite treatment involves gently warming affected areas and seeking medical help.
This document discusses heat-related illnesses including heat rash, sunburn, dehydration, heat syncope, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion. It describes symptoms of each condition as well as recommended treatments and precautions. Some key points mentioned are drinking plenty of water, avoiding direct sun exposure, wearing loose fitting clothing, resting in cool shaded areas, and seeking medical help if symptoms are severe or don't improve within a few minutes. General precautions include gradual acclimatization to hot conditions, adequate hydration and rest, limiting strenuous activity, and wearing protective clothing.
This document discusses heat-related emergencies and provides information on prevention and first aid. It explains that heat emergencies usually occur from overexertion in hot weather and can affect children and the elderly more. They occur in stages from heat cramps to heat exhaustion to the most severe heat stroke. Symptoms and first aid procedures are outlined for each stage. Prevention tips include wearing loose clothing, staying hydrated, and avoiding strenuous activity in the heat.
Occupational heat stress and occupational health servicesDrZahid Khan
This document discusses occupational heat stress and provides information on types of heat transfer, normal body cooling mechanisms, risk factors for heat illness, and manifestations of heat stress such as heat fatigue, heat rashes, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. It describes symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and emphasizes the importance of acclimation, hydration, rest in cooling environments, and seeking medical help for severe cases in order to prevent serious health issues from occupational heat exposure.
The document provides information on differences between wilderness and urban medical settings, as well as topics covered in wilderness and remote first aid. It includes sample medical forms, guidelines for immobilizing a suspected spinal injury, and treatments for conditions like frostbite, hypothermia, chest injuries, burns, and altitude sickness.
This document discusses various health impacts of climate change including direct effects like heat stroke from extreme heat and injuries from floods/storms, and indirect effects through changes in infectious diseases and food availability. It then provides details on heat-related illnesses like heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, describing symptoms, risk factors, and treatments. Similar details are given for cold-related issues like hypothermia, frostbite, and how to respond to help victims. Throughout, it emphasizes staying hydrated, seeking cooling environments, and urgent medical care when needed.
Exposure to extreme heat or cold can cause hyperthermia or hypothermia in the human body. Hyperthermia refers to high body temperature from heat exposure and can cause heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Hypothermia is low body temperature from cold exposure and can lead to frostbite. Symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness, nausea, and rapid breathing. Symptoms of hypothermia include shivering, impaired movement, and confusion. Management techniques for hyperthermia involve moving to a cool place, loosening clothing, and giving cool fluids. For hypothermia, techniques include preventing further cooling, replacing wet clothes, and gradually rewarming with blankets or body heat.
Ice rescue and immersion hypothermia slide shareRommie Duckworth
In cases of environmental hypothermia, the common sense approach of “Warm them up!” may be the worst thing that you can do for your patient. In this presentation we learn the deadly effects of immersion, after-drop and cold induced vasodilation and how to properly differentiate between mild, moderate and severe hypothermia. We will discuss wilderness EMT and extreme environment treatment algorithms and how they apply to your service area.
The document discusses various environmental emergencies including heat-related illnesses, hypothermia and cold injuries, bites and stings, and water-related emergencies. It describes the predisposing factors, signs and symptoms, and treatment approaches for these conditions. The key aspects of patient assessment and care are to remove them from the dangerous environment, monitor for changes in mental status and vital signs, provide oxygenation and cooling or warming as indicated, and rapidly transport to definitive care.
The document discusses various health issues faced by BSF troops operating in difficult terrain and climate conditions. It outlines diseases caused by extreme heat like heat stroke and hyperthermia, as well as those due to extreme cold like frostbite, acute cold urticaria, and chillblains. Prevention, symptoms, and treatment approaches are provided for these conditions. Maintaining hydration and rest is important for heat illnesses, while slowly rewarming affected areas is key for cold injuries.
The document discusses various health issues faced by personnel in the Border Security Force due to deployment in difficult terrain and climatic conditions. It outlines diseases caused by extreme heat such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion. It also covers illnesses due to extreme cold like frostbite, acute cold urticaria and chillblains. Prevention and treatment methods for these conditions are provided.
Heat stress can cause several conditions such as heat fatigue, heat rashes, heat cramps, heat collapse, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Heat stroke is the most serious condition and can be fatal if not treated promptly by moving the person to a cool place, removing excess clothing, fanning air over their body, and wetting their skin with cool water while calling for medical help. People should take steps to prevent heat illness by staying hydrated, limiting time outdoors during peak heat, and monitoring their body for signs of distress.
British council it team 17 february 2015Perry Timms
This document discusses how work and employment are changing due to digital technologies and trends like the "IKEAFICATION" of jobs. It suggests that traditional management roles will decline as work becomes more flexible, customizable, and social. In the future, workers may have more autonomy and short-term engagements rather than long-term employment, while consistency and stability become less important. Technology is also changing how social and connected people are at work.
The document discusses creating an audio guide and additional materials for the Union Library's Pre-Raphaelite murals. It lists the titles of two murals - "The Education of Arthur by Merlin" and "Arthur's Wedding with the Incident of the White Hart" - as well as items to include an informational podcast, display board, and poster promoting a reception, with a link to the podcast.
Presentation 4-Jury Member at District CourtsParbodh C Bali
A businessman turned social worker who served as a jury member in district courts from 2008 to 2014. He provided legal services to the community as a member of the District and Session Court in Amritsar. He also volunteered with the Punjab Legal Service Authority to provide free legal aid in the district of Amritsar over this time period.
Live Music Band Ltd Booking and Management Agency based in London and promoted and owned by Maurizio Della Fortuna. Roster includes: Wunmi Olaiya, Robert Mitchell and Omar Puente, Loretta Grace, Roy Ayers, Larry Graham, Light of the World, Los Amigos Invisibles, Quartaumentata, Margarida Guerreiro, 7 Sois and more...
This document provides information on common summer illnesses and how to stay safe in the heat. It discusses how the body can be overwhelmed by extreme heat, leading to issues like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. It lists symptoms and treatments for various heat-related conditions like heat cramps, heat rash, and sunburn. Key advice includes drinking plenty of fluids, limiting time in direct sun, and recognizing warning signs of more serious illnesses like heat stroke. The overall message is that summer can be enjoyed safely by respecting the heat and listening to your body's needs.
The document provides information on common emergencies including environmental, medical, and childbirth emergencies. For environmental emergencies, it describes hypothermia and its stages, signs and symptoms, and first aid. It also outlines heat emergencies like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke - their causes, signs, symptoms, and treatment. For medical emergencies, it discusses strokes, diabetes, seizures, and febrile seizures. It also covers emergency childbirth procedures and complications that may arise.
This document summarizes first aid procedures for heat exhaustion, heatstroke, hypothermia, and frostbite. It outlines signs and symptoms of each condition and provides guidance on first aid management. For heat illnesses like heat exhaustion and heatstroke, first aid includes removing the person from heat, cooling their body, and providing fluids. For hypothermia, treatment ranges from removing wet clothing and adding dry layers for mild cases to calling emergency services and performing CPR if needed for severe cases. Frostbite treatment involves gently warming affected areas and seeking medical help.
This document discusses heat-related illnesses including heat rash, sunburn, dehydration, heat syncope, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion. It describes symptoms of each condition as well as recommended treatments and precautions. Some key points mentioned are drinking plenty of water, avoiding direct sun exposure, wearing loose fitting clothing, resting in cool shaded areas, and seeking medical help if symptoms are severe or don't improve within a few minutes. General precautions include gradual acclimatization to hot conditions, adequate hydration and rest, limiting strenuous activity, and wearing protective clothing.
This document discusses heat-related emergencies and provides information on prevention and first aid. It explains that heat emergencies usually occur from overexertion in hot weather and can affect children and the elderly more. They occur in stages from heat cramps to heat exhaustion to the most severe heat stroke. Symptoms and first aid procedures are outlined for each stage. Prevention tips include wearing loose clothing, staying hydrated, and avoiding strenuous activity in the heat.
Occupational heat stress and occupational health servicesDrZahid Khan
This document discusses occupational heat stress and provides information on types of heat transfer, normal body cooling mechanisms, risk factors for heat illness, and manifestations of heat stress such as heat fatigue, heat rashes, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. It describes symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and emphasizes the importance of acclimation, hydration, rest in cooling environments, and seeking medical help for severe cases in order to prevent serious health issues from occupational heat exposure.
The document provides information on differences between wilderness and urban medical settings, as well as topics covered in wilderness and remote first aid. It includes sample medical forms, guidelines for immobilizing a suspected spinal injury, and treatments for conditions like frostbite, hypothermia, chest injuries, burns, and altitude sickness.
This document discusses various health impacts of climate change including direct effects like heat stroke from extreme heat and injuries from floods/storms, and indirect effects through changes in infectious diseases and food availability. It then provides details on heat-related illnesses like heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, describing symptoms, risk factors, and treatments. Similar details are given for cold-related issues like hypothermia, frostbite, and how to respond to help victims. Throughout, it emphasizes staying hydrated, seeking cooling environments, and urgent medical care when needed.
Exposure to extreme heat or cold can cause hyperthermia or hypothermia in the human body. Hyperthermia refers to high body temperature from heat exposure and can cause heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Hypothermia is low body temperature from cold exposure and can lead to frostbite. Symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness, nausea, and rapid breathing. Symptoms of hypothermia include shivering, impaired movement, and confusion. Management techniques for hyperthermia involve moving to a cool place, loosening clothing, and giving cool fluids. For hypothermia, techniques include preventing further cooling, replacing wet clothes, and gradually rewarming with blankets or body heat.
Ice rescue and immersion hypothermia slide shareRommie Duckworth
In cases of environmental hypothermia, the common sense approach of “Warm them up!” may be the worst thing that you can do for your patient. In this presentation we learn the deadly effects of immersion, after-drop and cold induced vasodilation and how to properly differentiate between mild, moderate and severe hypothermia. We will discuss wilderness EMT and extreme environment treatment algorithms and how they apply to your service area.
The document discusses various environmental emergencies including heat-related illnesses, hypothermia and cold injuries, bites and stings, and water-related emergencies. It describes the predisposing factors, signs and symptoms, and treatment approaches for these conditions. The key aspects of patient assessment and care are to remove them from the dangerous environment, monitor for changes in mental status and vital signs, provide oxygenation and cooling or warming as indicated, and rapidly transport to definitive care.
The document discusses various health issues faced by BSF troops operating in difficult terrain and climate conditions. It outlines diseases caused by extreme heat like heat stroke and hyperthermia, as well as those due to extreme cold like frostbite, acute cold urticaria, and chillblains. Prevention, symptoms, and treatment approaches are provided for these conditions. Maintaining hydration and rest is important for heat illnesses, while slowly rewarming affected areas is key for cold injuries.
The document discusses various health issues faced by personnel in the Border Security Force due to deployment in difficult terrain and climatic conditions. It outlines diseases caused by extreme heat such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion. It also covers illnesses due to extreme cold like frostbite, acute cold urticaria and chillblains. Prevention and treatment methods for these conditions are provided.
Heat stress can cause several conditions such as heat fatigue, heat rashes, heat cramps, heat collapse, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Heat stroke is the most serious condition and can be fatal if not treated promptly by moving the person to a cool place, removing excess clothing, fanning air over their body, and wetting their skin with cool water while calling for medical help. People should take steps to prevent heat illness by staying hydrated, limiting time outdoors during peak heat, and monitoring their body for signs of distress.
Extreme heat can cause heat-related illnesses and death if the body is unable to cool itself. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body's cooling mechanisms fail, causing symptoms like clammy skin, dizziness, and nausea. Heat stroke is the most severe form and is a medical emergency, with symptoms like confusion, lack of sweating, and body temperature over 105 degrees. To prevent heat illness, spend time in air conditioning, drink fluids, and monitor for symptoms in yourself and others during periods of high heat.
Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition caused by the body's inability to regulate its temperature. It occurs when the body becomes unable to cool itself and the body's temperature rises to dangerous levels. Symptoms include a high body temperature over 105°F, confusion, loss of consciousness, and a lack of sweating. Heat stroke requires immediate emergency medical treatment to prevent death. Prevention methods include acclimatization, staying hydrated, limiting time in direct sunlight, and taking breaks in cool, shaded areas. Heat exhaustion is less severe but still requires treatment, while heat stroke is always considered a medical emergency.
This document discusses various environmental emergencies including heat and cold exposure, water emergencies, near-drowning, and bites and stings. It outlines the body's temperature regulation processes, signs and symptoms of hypothermia and hyperthermia, and treatments which include removing wet clothing, applying blankets, and rewarming patients. For near-drowning, it describes assessing for spinal injury and positioning patients on their side if needed for gastric distension. Bites and stings are treated by removing stingers, washing the area, and positioning the injury below heart level.
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Extreme heat can cause serious heat-related illnesses such as heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Certain groups are at higher risk, including the elderly, young children, and those with medical conditions. Signs of heat illness include hot, dry skin; changes in sweating, body temperature, and mental state; and nausea. To prevent heat illness, it is important to drink plenty of water, replace salts, limit strenuous activity in heat, wear loose fitting clothing, and never leave anyone in a closed vehicle.
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Maj Gacioch
FRT Team Chief
Part 1: Cold Weather Injuries
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Cold Weather
Colddecreases your ability to think andweakens your will
to do anything except to get warm. Coldis an insidious
enemy; as it numbs the mind, it subdues the will to
survive. Coldmakes it very easy to forget your ultimate
goal – to survive.
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Typical Victim of a Cold
Weather Injury
Male
A1C or below
20 years old (approximately)
From a warm climate
Less than 18 months time in service
Uses tobacco, alcohol or medications
Neglects proper foot care
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General Protection
Use multiple layers, loose enough to trap air
Cover your head (can lose 40-45% of body heat from
head, and even more from neck, wrists and ankles
Outermost layer should be wind/water resistant
Consider higher protein/fat foods for calories
Consider portable heaters, glove warmers, etc
C- Keep clothing clean
O- Avoid overheating
L- Wear clothes loose and in layers
D- Keep clothing dry
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Factors Increasing Risks
The body is better at losing heat than producing it
Taking certain drugs or medications such as alcohol,
nicotine, caffeine, and medication that inhibit the
body's response to the cold or impairs judgment
Having a cold or certain diseases, such as diabetes,
heart, vascular, and thyroid problems (may make a
person more susceptible to the winter elements)
Male sex (♂ have far greater mortality from cold than
♀, perhaps due to inherent risk-taking activities, body-
fat composition or other physiological differences)
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Hypothermia
DEFINITION: lowering of body temperature at a rate
faster than the body can produce heat
Initial symptom is shivering, sign is progressive pallor
of skin in extremities
At 96 degees F – shivering progresses to the point of
being uncontrollable. Patient can’t care for self
At 95-90 degees F – sluggish thinking, irrational
reasoning, & false perception of warmth. Weak pulse
At 90 – 86 degees F or less symptoms include muscle
rigidity, unconsciousness & barely detectable signs of
life (inaudible heart beat & pulse, unreactive pupils,
very slow respirations
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Mild
Moderate
Severe
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Frostbite
DEFINITION: Freezing of tissues. Light frostbite
produces areas of dull, whitish, pallor that are numb
when cold and burn when rewarmed “chillblains”
Tend to occur on thin skin (face, feet & hands).
Counter effect by covering, wiggling (making faces)
and periodically exposing to heat.
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Severe Frostbite
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Trenchfoot
Exposure for many hours or days to wet/damp at
near freezing temperatures
Presents as pins & needles sensation tingling
numbness pain
Skin appears wet, soggy, wet, white & shriveled. As
damage occurs red bluish black in color.
Walking becomes difficult. Muscles & tendons
become damaged. If persists long enough can
progress to gangrene and possibly amputation.
Prevention is keeping feet warm and dry.
Change socks frequently!
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Trench Foot
(Mild to Severe)
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Trenchfoot Treatment
prevent further exposure
dry carefully
DO NOT break blisters, apply lotions, massage,
expose to heat, or allow to walk on injury
rewarm by exposing to warm air
clean and wrap loosely
elevate feet to reduce swelling
evacuate for medical treatment
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Cold Weather Survival
DO
Periodically check self/buddy for frostbite.
Rewarm frostbite
Keep injured areas from refreezing
DON’T
Rub injuries with snow
drink Alcoholic beverages
Thaw out deep frostbite if away from definitive care
(better to leave it frozen)
Smoke
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More Advanced Care
If the person is conscious give hot, sweetened fluids
(honey, dextrose or sugar)
To treat hypothermia rewarm the whole body, starting
with the trunk only in warm water (100-110 degrees F)
then slowly stimulating peripheral blood flow
Do not warm too rapidly
– BEWARE “afterdrop”
If warm-water submersion is not available, use
naked-buddy treatment in a sleeping bag
– BEWARE: monitor buddy for hypothermia
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Other Cold Weather Risks
Dehydration – fluid loss to expiration & sweating
Cold Diuresis – cold increases urinary output so
increase fluids 2L > normal amounts; Urine = Lt yellow
Constipation –add fruit/fiber to induce BMs regularly
Sunburn – skin is exposed to reflected rays from every
direction. Aggravated at high altitude.
Snow Blindness – ultraviolet rays reflected from snow cause
sunburn to the eyes
Eyes feel gritty Pain that increases with eye movement
eyes become teary and reddened headaches (often)
Use sunglasses on bright days!
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
When oxygen in the body is replaced by carbon
monoxide
colorless, odorless, tasteless gas resulting from
incomplete combustion
Inadequate ventilation
from engines, stoves,
and/or heaters
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Symptoms
headache
dizziness
weakness
excessive yawning
ringing in ears
confusion
nausea
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bright red lips, eyelids
grayish tint in dark-
skinned people
drowsiness
unconsciousness
possibly death
Treatment
–move to fresh air immediately
––provide mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim is not breathing
-Use supplemental oxygen, if available
-Transport ASAP