In infants, symptoms include: Bright red, coldskin Very low energy level 2. Restore Warmth Slowly Get the person indoors. Remove wet clothing and dry the person off, if needed. Warm the person's trunk first, not hands and feet. Warming extremities first can cause shock. Warm the person b...
When traveling in winter, check the weather report before heading out. If it’s a long trip, let someone know when you’re expected to arrive and where you’re going. Here's some other advice: Keep emergency supplies in your car likeblankets, a first aid kit, bottled water, snacks, t...
Hypothermia: Learn the dangers, signs and treatment.Discusses the concept of hypothermia. Definition of hypothermia; Signs of the disease; First aid procedures for hypothermia.ThygersonProfessorAltonProfessorL.ProfessorEBSCO_AspSafety & Health
Treatments and Drugs for Hypothermia You should seek medical attention for anyone who appears to have hypothermia. Until medical help is available, follow these hypothermia treatment guidelines First-Aid care Be gentle – when you are assisting someone with hypothermia to handle him or her gently....
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If you find anyone affected with hypothermia, here are eight first-aid tips that you can follow until medical treatment is initiated: Do not massage or rub the person’s body Shift the person from a cold to a warm environment Remove wet clothing and cover the person (except for the face)...
Hypothermia is a medical emergency and diagnosis and treatment often begin simultaneously at the scene. First responders and paramedics will begin resuscitation and warming the victim even as they evaluate the severity of their condition. When should I call my doctor for hypothermia? Hypothermia can ...
Severe hypothermia can be fatal without prompt medical treatment. Symptoms of hypothermia include feeling cold, pale skin, shivering, loss of concentration, drowsiness, confusion, dizziness, slurred speech, dilated pupils and slowed breathing. First aid for hypothermia includes keeping the person still ...
Severe hypothermia is treated in a hospital and treatment may include: Blankets, heating pads, warm baths, or heaters that blow warm air to help bring a person's body temperature back up Warm fluids given intravenously (IV) Warm oxygen to breathe, or a breathing tube if needed ...
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