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Prevention of frostbite

May-28-24

Frostbite can usually be avoided by using common sense and the following guidelines.Wear a hat and clothing made of wool or fur, which creates a layer of warm air between ...

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First aid for frostbite

May-28-24

1. First provide assistance as needed.kah hypothermia (see later in this chapter).2. Treat the affected part of both Carefully, never rub it because this will cause even ...

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Emergency conditions caused by hyperthermia (overheating)

May-28-24

The human body usually regulates its body temperature well. Problems arise when the body ceases to cope with thermoregulation when exposed to very high temperatures.It ca ...

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Prevention of emergency conditions during hyperthermia

May-28-24

Most emergencies can be avoided using common sense and the following rules:• drink more of the most important fluidshigh degree of prevention of emergency conditionswhen ...

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Types of emergencies caused by hyperthermia

May-28-24

Heat cramps—painful muscle contractions typically affecting the calf or abdominal muscles—are caused by the loss of fluid and minerals as a result of intense exercise or ...

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First aid for emergencies caused by hyperthermia

May-28-24

As always, follow basic first aid principles. If you believe that the victim's condition is due to overheating, immediately take additional first aid measures.First aid f ...

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Hypothermia

May-28-24

Hypothermia consists of general hypothermia of the body when the body cannot compensate for heat loss.Anatomy and physiology of hypothermiaWhen the body is exposed to col ...

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Prevention of hypothermia

May-28-24

PreventionConfusion, unusual behavior. Body temperature below 35°C.Prevention of hypothermiaHypothermia can usually be avoided by using common sense and the following rul ...

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First aid for hypothermia

May-28-24

If the victim exhibits signs of frostbite and hypothermia at the same time, first of all provide care as for hypothermia. This condition can lead to death if the person i ...

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Other emergencies

May-28-24

Some diseases can cause a significant deterioration in the victim’s health, which requires immediate first aid and emergency medical care. Sometimes a sudden attack of th ...

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