Heat exhaustion...........................

1. Heat Exhaustion

2. Objective
By end of lesson, cadets will be able to:
•Identify the causes of Heat Exhaustion
•Recognise the symptoms of Heat Exhaustion
•Apply the proper steps in treating Heat
Exhaustion

3. Scope
1. Introduction- What is Heat
Exhaustion?
2. Causes of Heat Exhaustion?
3. Treatment of Heat Exhaustion
4. Conclusion

4. Introduction - What is heat
exhaustion?
Heat exhaustion is a condition where the
body is unable to get rid of excess body heat.
If left untreated, heat exhaustion could lead
to more serious and potentially fatal heat-
related illnesses such as heat stroke.

5. Causes of heat exhaustion
Some causes of heat exhaustion are:
 Severe dehydration due to inadequate replacement
of fluids.
 Excessive sweating.
 Over-exposure to heat from the sun.
 Fatigue.
 Poor heat regulation in body (excessive clothing,
thick-layered clothes, etc)

6. Recognizing heat exhaustion
As the condition develops, there may be:
 Headache, dizziness, and confusion.
 Loss of appetite and nausea.
 Sweating, with pale, clammy skin.
 Cramps in the arms, legs, or the abdomens
(belly).
 Rapid, weakening pulse and breathing.

7. Treatment of Heat Exhaustion
Treatment of victim in steps:
 Move the person out of direct sunlight, preferably into a cool, shaded area.
 Have the person lie flat and elevate his or her feet if the person feels dizzy
or has fainted suddenly.
 Hydrate well with lots of water, a diluted sports drink or oral rehydration
solution.
 Remove excess clothing.
 Wet the person down and fan him or her.
 Place a wet cloth on the person's forehead, top of the head or back of the
neck.
 Monitor the person temperature and do not leave the person unattended.

8. Treatment of Heat Exhaustion

9. Heat Exhaustion VS Heat
Stroke

10. Heat Stroke
 Heat stroke is a form of hyperthermia,
an abnormally elevated body
temperature with accompanying
physical and neurological symptoms.
 Unlike heat exhaustion, heat stroke is
a medical emergency that can be
fatal if not properly and promptly
treated.

11. Preventive Measures to Heat
injuries
 Minimise vigorous physical activities in hot
and humid weather.
 Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and tea which may
lead to dehydration.
 Your body will need replenishment of
electrolytes (mineral salts such as sodium) as
well as fluids if you sweat excessively.
 Take frequent breaks to hydrate yourself.
Wear hats and light-coloured, lightweight,
loose clothes.
 Have adequate rest.

12. Conclusion
 Heat exhaustion, if not treated, can lead to more
serious heat-related illnesses.
 It is important to be able to recognise heat
exhaustion and to know the steps for the treatment
well.
 If in doubt, do not hesitate to seek medical help.
 Prevention is better than cure!

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