Environmental Hazards… Managing a heat stroke 12 Jun 20227 Jun 2022 Outside Hospital: Move patient to a cool place.Remove clothing and drench skin with cool water, fan skin.Place ice packs on the armpit and groin areas.Offer cool fluids if alert and…
Environmental Hazards… Prevention of Heat Related Illnesses 9 Jun 20229 Jun 2022 Previous Post - Types of Heat Related Illnesses Following measures should be advocated to prevent heat related illnesses- Wear loose fitting, Light coloured, preferably cotton clothing Drink plenty of fluids. Staying…
Environmental Hazards… Heat Related Illnesses 5 Jun 20227 Jun 2022 Heat related illnesses can be grouped as: Exertion associated collapseHeat exhaustionHeat stroke Exertion Associated Collapse: It is a feeling of light headedness, collapse or syncope after a strenuous exercise is stopped. The contraction…
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