HEATSTROKE

·        Definition

A condition marked by fever and often by unconsciousness, caused by failure of the body's temperature-regulating mechanism when exposed to excessively high temperatures.

·        Symptoms

These are few symptoms of heatstroke:

1.     Bizarre behavior

2.     Collapse

3.     Confusion/unconsciousness

4.     Convulsion

5.     Dizziness

6.     Difficult breathing

7.     Dry hot skin

8.     Fatigue

9.     Faintness

10.  Hallucinations

11.  Headache

12.  Nausea

13.   No sweating

14.   Pupils constructed

15.  Rapid heart beat

16.   Seizures

17.   Very high fever ( over 41)

18.   Very high temperature (over 103)

19.    Vomiting

20.   Weakness

  Prevention

These are few prevention of heat stroke:

1.     Avoid exercise during the hottest part of the day.

2.     Avoid tea, coffee, soda and alcohol.

3.     Drink plenty of water.

4.     Protect yourself from the sun.

5.     Rest, rehydrate and recover.

6.     Schedule activities at cooler time of the day.

7.     Spend as much time indoors as possible on very hot and humid days.

8.     Stay well hydrated.

9.     Take regular breaks.

10.  Use fans or blowers to improve air flow.

11.   Wear light weight, light colored, loose-fitting clothes.

12.    Work in the shade.

·        Heat stroke first aid

1.     Use a fan to lower temperature.

2.     Elevate feet.

3.     Give fluid.

4.     Cold compresses.

5.     Have a person lie down.