Conditions and Treatment Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Heat Cramps
A
1) encourage stretching
2) electrolyte and fluid intake
2
Q
Heat Exhaustion
A
1) Move to cooler enviroment
2) Administer fluids and electrolytes if possible
3) loosen tight or remove tight clothing if possible
4) Hypotensive? elevate legs
5) Transport
3
Q
Heat Stroke
A
1) Fluid Resus
2) Ice Packs (pits, neck, groin)
3) Rapid Transport
4) Becareful to not induce hypothermia
4
Q
A