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