Definition
What is heat exhaustion?
Body becomes too hot, unable to cool itself
How does it feel to have heat exhaustion?
Thirsty, dizzy, sweaty, weak, tired, fast breathing, nauseous
What to do when you suspect a heat stroke?
Act FAST: Look for water, find shade or a cooler place, loosen up your clothes
What is the #1 way to prevent heat exhaustion?
Water water water! Staying hydrated and sipping water throughout the day.
Carry a reusable water bottle and refill whenever possible
Why are heat strokes dangerous?
Permanent damage to your body, including the brain
What happens to your heartbeat during heat exhaustion?
Your heart starts beating super fast!
Name one way to keep cool in the heat?
Soak your clothing with water to help with evaporative cooling. If you work outside...keep wetting your shirts all day long to reduce the risk of heat exhaustion. Wear a hat of some kind, and keep wetting it, too. Spraying water/mist
What clothes help prevent heat exhaustion?
Hats, loose clothing, natural fibers
What is the normal body temperature of the human body?
98.6 F (or 37 degrees C)
What will the skin be like during heat exhaustion vs heat stroke?
Cold & clammy skin versus Hot & red skin
What to do if you see someone else having heat stroke?
Calling 911
Meanwhile... (Look for water, find shade or a cooler place, and loosen up the clothes)
Consequence of drinking alcohol when it's hot outside
Makes risk of heat exhaustion worse.
It makes you pee more and will cause you to lose water.
What temperature is too high for the human body?
Anything above 103 degrees F (39.4 Celsius). It is considered a high-grade fever.
What do the symptoms look like when heat exhaustion becomes heat stroke?
Symptoms progress to feeling dizzy, confused, headaches, inability to sweat, and feeling you are about to pass out
Parks, Trees, covered porches, the library, and shopping malls!
The busses as well!
Avoid direct sunlight as much as possible on hot days!
What are some shaded areas you can look for to help with heat stroke or prevent it?
Does staying indoors prevent heat strokes?
Finding shade whenever possible... Benefit of seeking cool temperatures, such as indoors during the summertime....
When does heat exhaustion become heat stroke?
When the body has exhausted all attempts to cool, sweating stops, and body temperature rises above 104 F (40 Celsius)
What are some of the scariest consequences you can get from heat stroke?
Heart attack, Seizures
What are some common mistakes that people make that may put them at greater risk of heat exhaustion on a hot day?
Drinking alcohol or coffee
Using certain drugs
Drinking unclean water
Which mental health medications can affect your body's temperature regulation?
Stimulants, some antidepressants, antipsychotic medications, lithium, anticholinergics