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 is not promptly warmed up. But even in this case, frostbite should not be ignored, which, if severe, can lead to amputation of the damaged part of the body.
Hypothermia is a medical emergency. Follow the principles of first aid and take additional special measures for hypothermia: “call an ambulance;
• gradually warm up the victim, wrap him up
lice in blankets or dry clothes;
• do not try to warm the victim’s body
very fast. Do not immerse it in warm water
du. Rapid heating may cause sulfur
new problems. Be extremely careful
we when dealing with the victim;
• if possible, apply a warm object to your body (hot water bottle, bottles of warm water);
• Give a warm drink if the victim is conscious.