Heat Stroke

Loss of body fluids and salt is an important factor complicating heat-related problems.

The effects of excessive heat may be either heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Both these conditions are caused by too high a temperature in the atmosphere, but the signs and symptoms are quite different.

Humid surroundings also add to the problems. Loss of body fluids and salt is an important factor complicating heat-related problems.

Management

Heat Exhaustion

If the patient is unconscious, follow the general ruels of treating an unconscious patient.

If the patient is conscious, move him to a cool place, give him plenty of salted water (¼ teaspoon of salt to a tumbler of water) and keep him comfortable. Observe for signs of heat stroke.

Heat Stroke

(Source: Webhealthcentre.com)