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How to prevent heatstroke

 


 Heatstroke is a condition in which the body temperature exceeds 40.5 degrees Celsius and the body is unable to adjust to lowering the temperature to normal. until causing various systems The body does not function properly, starting with dizziness, headaches, seizures, loss of consciousness from abnormal heartbeats, and death.




Symptoms of heatstroke

-When the body temperature measured from inside the body, such as through the rectum, is 40 degrees Celsius or more.

-Changes in behavior or mental state, such as sudden confusion Irritated and irritated Unable to speak, delirium, convulsions, or coma.

-If you have heatstroke from hot weather The skin becomes dry and hot.

-If you have heatstroke from heavy exercise The skin will be dry and slightly moist.

- nausea and vomiting

-Reddened skin

-Heart beats fast, breathing comes in shortness of breath.

-Throbbing headache

How to protect yourself from heatstroke

1. Avoid doing outdoor activities or being in extremely hot weather.

2.Wearing light-colored, lightweight clothing can protect you from the sun.

3.Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water per day to hydrate and lower your body temperature.

4. Avoid drinking alcohol, tea, coffee, and sugary drinks.

5. Never leave children, elderly people, or pets in a car parked outdoors. The heat inside the car greatly increases the risk of disease.

6.Children, the elderly and people with chronic diseases. Should not be in hot weather and should not be alone.

7.For those who exercise: It is recommended to exercise in a ventilated area, preferably in the morning or evening. This is because the weather is not very hot and the body should be warmed up first every time.

8.Wear sunglasses, wear a wide-brimmed hat.

9.People with congenital disease if they have abnormal symptoms or symptoms indicated above. Please see a doctor immediately.




If we find a patient with heat stroke How should first aid be given?

  Simple principles for treating heat stroke That is, whatever you can do to bring your body temperature down as quickly as possible. When seen, first aid should be given as follows.

- Take the patient into the shade first.

- Provides quick ventilation such as unbuttoning a shirt If the clothing is thick, remove it to release body temperature.

- If the patient is still conscious, drink cold water. In the case of unconsciousness, avoid feeding water as this will cause the patient to choke. Additionally, apply a cool cloth to the various crevices of the patient's body to allow the heat to evaporate through the cloth. Then take the patient to the hospital as quickly as possible.


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