Phase I (B) .6:

Question 0

The skin is cool, moist, and clammy and the pupils dilated and normal or subnormal body temperature. Usually the victim is sweating profusely.

Answer 0

Symptoms of heat exhaustion

Question 1

A serious disturbance of blood flow to the brain, heart and lungs.

Answer 1

Heat exhaustion

Question 2

Move victim to a cool or air-conditioned area. Loosen clothing; apply cool wet cloths to the head, groin, and ankles; fan the victim; do not allow the victim to become chilled; if the victim is conscious, give a solution of one teaspoon salt dissolved in a liter of cool water and transport to a medical facility.

Answer 2

Treatment of heat exhaustion

Question 3

A very serious condition caused by a breakdown of the sweating mechanism of the body.

Answer 3

Heat stroke

Question 4

The victim is unable to eliminate excessive body heat build up.

Answer 4

Symptoms of a heat stroke

Question 5

Reduce the heat immediately by dousing the body with cold water. Apply wet, cold towels to the body and move the victim to the coolest possible place. Maintain an open airway. Place the victim on his/her back with shoulders raised slightly. Place cold packs or towels around the victims shoulders and neck. Place additional cold packs on the ankles and groin area. Use a fan if available. A cold water bath is helpful.

Answer 5

Treatment of a heat stroke