PREVENTION OF HOT WEATHER INJURIES 7 MAR 91

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Subject: PREVENTION OF HOT WEATHER INJURIES  7 MAR 91                    

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Folder Title: GENERAL SAFETY AWARNESS FILES                                                                   

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                                   DEPAR"PMENT OF THE ARMY
                             HEADQUARTERS, 332D MEDICAL BRIGADE
                                        APO NY 09698




              AFTS-SC-MDBDE-SAFETY                                 7 March 1991



              MEMORANDUM FOR Group And Battalion Safety Representatives

              SUBJECT: Hot Weather Injuries: Signs, Symptoms, and First Aid
              Treatment



              1. HEAT CRAMPS: Are caused primarily by excessive loss of salt
              from the body.

                   -SYleTOMS: Muscle cramps of the abdomen, leg or arm

                   FIRST-AID: Move the victim to shade and loosen clothing;
              dissolve 1/4 teaspoon table salt in one quart of water; and have
              the victim slowly drink at least one quart of gait solution; seek
              nedical treatment.


              2. HEAT EXHAUSTION: Is caused by excessive salt depletion and
              dehydration.

                   SYMPTOMS: Profuse sweating; headache; tingling sensation
              in the extremities; weakness, loss of appetite; dizziness;
              nausea; cramps, chills; and rapid breathing,

                   FIRST AID: Move the victim to shade; loosen or remove
              clothing; elevate legs; pour water on the victim; have the
              victim drink water: and fan: seek medical treatment.

              3. IFEATSTROKE: is a medical emergency: Immediate action is
              required.

                   SYMPTOMS: Generally patterned after heat exhaustion:
              however, skin will be hot and dry: victim may suddenly lose
              consciousness and have seizures.


                   FIRST AID! Move victim to shade; immerse in water if
              possible (ice water is even better), douse with water; and fan:
              seek Immediate medical attention; elevate feet: ensure cooling
              process is continued during transport to a medical facility.

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