S 4, L 18
If someone is suffering from frostbite, submerge the affected area in _____ water until unfrozen; ____ the area.
warm ... do not rub
Select all that apply. Which of the following are ways to help a victim of hypothermia warm up gradually? 1)Cover the victim with a blanket. 2)Put warm dry clothes on the victim. 3)Give the victim warm liquids if he is conscious. 4)Place the victim in a hot bath.
1, 2, 3
Who is especially susceptible to injuries due to extreme temperature? Everyone Elderly Young Both B and C
Both B and C
Click on the box to indicate the correct order of procedures to deal with a heat related illness.
First: Get the victim out of the heat. Second: Call EMS. Third: Remove sweat-saturated clothing. Fourth: Cover the victim's body with cool, damp sheets. Fifth: Fan the victim's body.
_____ are often the initial sign of a heat-related emergency.
Heat cramps
T/F: Heat stroke can lead to brain damage, or even death.
True
Signs of moderate to severe ____ include white or grayish skin, blisters, and numbness
frostbite
The signs of _____ might include pale, moist skin, heavy sweating, and dizziness.
heat exhaustion
The signs of _____ include hot, flushed skin and diminished sweating.
heat stroke
The initial signs of _____ might include shivering, confusion, numbness, slow pulse, apathy, and loss of coordination.
hypothermia