Heat Related Conditions

Question 1

What is the optimum temperature the body regulates too?

Answer 1

37°

Question 2

Factors that increase heat related illness?

Answer 2

Metabolic rate
Environment 
Clothing 
Fitness
Race
Age
Sex
Age

Question 3

Causes of heat related illnesses?

Answer 3

Humidity 
Temperature 
Length of exposure 
Convection
Radiation

Question 4

Effects of heat related illness?

Answer 4

Psychological:
Anxiety
Decreased cognitive skills 
Confusion 
Over estimate capabilities
Physiological :
Work rate increases
Performance drops
Fatigue

Question 5

6 heat related conditions?

Answer 5

Heat exhaustion
Heat faint
Heat stroke

Heat rash
Heat cramp
Heat oedema

Question 6

Symptoms of heat exhaustion?

Answer 6

Feeling unwell
Tired/irritable
Nausea
Vomiting 
Cramps
Weak pulse 
Extreme thirst
Poor movement control

Question 7

Heat faint symptoms?

Answer 7

Headache
Dizziness
Weakness
Tunnel/blurry vision 
Pale Sweaty skin
Weak slow pulse
Loss of consciousness

Question 8

Symptoms of heat stroke?

Answer 8

Headache
Dizziness
Confusion
Hot DRY skin
Muscle weakness/cramps
Unconsciousness 
Convulsions

Question 9

How to treat heat related illness?

Answer 9

Move to cool shaded environment
Remove heavy clothing
Rapid cooling

Question 10

How to prevent heat related illness?

Answer 10

Stay Hydrated
Maintain fitness
Withdraw when necessary