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Something I put together for my ROTC, Det 025...LETS GO FLYING DEVILS!!!
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Presented by C/Frias
101Heat Illness
OverviewHeat Illness
-In this briefing you will learn to identify, and deal with situations of heat related illness’.
-Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion, Proper Hydration, Heat Stroke
Lesson 1Heat Cramps
·Heat cramps are brief severe cramps that may occur during or after rigorous exercise
·Due to poor hydration and loss of salts and potassium in the body through perspiration.
Symptoms
Lesson 1Heat Cramps
·Not Life Threatening
Treatment
·Cool, Rest, Fluids, Massage
Lesson 2Proper
HydrationKnow The Difference
·Water -Temp regulation, Lubrication of joints, transports nutrients, digestion
·Sports Drinks -Replenish electrolytes and minerals quickly, recovers muscles
Lesson 2Proper
HydrationGet Enough of It!
·Monitor Urine Volume and Color, Sweat, Temp, Altitude, Weight
·15-20 Fl oz 3 hours before
·10 fl oz 15 Minutes During
· 20-24 Fl oz for every pound loss
Lesson 3Heat
ExhaustionSymptoms
·Fatigue, Weakness, Clammy Skin, Headache, Nausea/Vomiting, Hyperventilation, Irritation
·More Serious Heat Illness
Lesson 3Heat
ExhaustionTreatment
·Go Indoors/Find Shade
·Cool down with Cool Water
· Loosen/ Remove Clothing
·Encourage Patient to Eat/ Drink
·Rest, and Monitor
Lesson 4Heat Stroke
Symptoms
·Life threatening, loss of ability to regulate body temp.
·Hot/Dry Skin, 108°F temp, severe headache, sluggishness, confusion, seizure, weakness, black out
Lesson 4Heat Stroke
Treatment
·Move Indoors/ Find Shade
·Douse with cool water
·Get Immediate Medical Attention
·Do not give fluids
·Can result in death
ReviewHeat Illness
·Heat Cramps
·Proper Hydration
·Heat Exhaustion
·Heat Stroke
ReviewHeat Illness
·Questions?