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kuneybilboard
01-26-2011, 10:02 PM
*Move the victim from the sun to an air-conditioned (or, at least, shady) area.
*Have the victim lay down and slightly elevate the legs.
*Loosen or remove clothing.
*Give the victim a cold drink, such as water or a sports drink (like Gatorade). DO NOT give alcohol or soda. Do not use ice in the drink.
*Spray the victim with cool water to encourage evaporation of heat through the skin.
*Monitor for changes in consciousness or an increase in body temperature. Heat exhaustion can turn into heatstroke if left untreated.
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