Question

Which is correct first aid for heat exhaustion?

What is the correct first aid to give to someone when they're having heat exhaustion?

Answer 1

If someone is experiencing heat exhaustion you should immediately get the person out of the sun and heat and into an air conditioned building or shady area outside.

Then lay the person down or have the person lay down and elevate the persons feet slightly.

Remove or have the person remove any heavy or tight clothing they may be wearing and have the person drink some cool water or any other non alcoholic or caffeine free beverage if no water is nearby.

Although cool water is the best thing to drink to hydrate a person who's experiencing dehydration and heat exhaustion.

If the heat exhaustion is causing the person to Vomit, have seizures or the person is becoming unconscious then call 911 immediately.

Answer 2

Heat exhaustion is a condition that happens when your body overheats.

Symptoms may include heavy sweating and a rapid pulse.

Heat exhaustion is one of three heat-related illnesses, with heat cramps being the mildest and heatstroke being the most serious.

Throwing up is one of the signs and symptoms of a person experiencing heat exhaustion.

Other signs and symptoms of a person experiencing heat exhaustion are, muscle cramps, diarrhea, nausea and dehydration.

If a person is experiencing vomiting or any of the other symptoms then the heat exhaustion is most likely severe and you should go to the emergency room or get an ambulance on the way since heat exhaustion can be deadly or even cause a stroke.

When someone is experiencing heat exhaustion they may have muscle or abdominal cramps, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Fatigue, Headaches, Fainting, Confusion and Dizziness.

A persons urine will usually be dark in color when they're experiencing heat exhaustion and dark colored urine is a sure sign that the person is dehydrated.

Heat exhaustion is a heat related illness that is an emergency and can lead to heat stroke if not treated.

If you or someone are experiencing heat exhaustion you should seek medical attention by getting to the emergency room or contacting 911 as it can be serious.