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First Aid - Heat Stroke - Study #1 Online Dictionary
Q1) Heatstroke is the most severe of the heat-related problems, often resulting from exercise or heavy work in hot environments combined with inadequate __?__ intake.
Q2) Name the signs and symptoms which indicate heat stroke?
1) Rapid heartbeat 2) Rapid and shallow breathing 3) Elevated or lowered blood pressure 4) Cessation of sweating 5) Irritability, confusion or unconsciousness 6) Feeling dizzy or lightheaded 7) Headache and confusion 8) Nausea 9) Fainting
Q3) The main sign of heatstroke is a markedly elevated body temperature — generally greater than __?__ F.
Q4) Treatment for heat stroke?
Q5) A heat stoke victum: mental status ranging from personality changes to confusion and _?__.
Q6) Drink beverages with alcohol or caffeine to rehydrate. True or False?
Q7) You lose salt through sweating. Sports drinks will replenish both water and salt, or you can drink salted water. How many teaspoons of salt do you add to a quart of water?
Q8) Our bodies produce a tremendous amount of internal heat and we normally cool ourselves by sweating and radiating heat through the __?__.
Q9) It is important for the person to be treated immediately as heat stroke can cause permanent damage or __?__ .
Q10) Bed rest is generally advised and body temperature may fluctuate abnormally for (days or weeks?) after heat stroke.