Heat Stress Causes
Name One Common Way the Body Gets Rid of Heat.
Sweating
What kind of clothing will make heat stress worse?
Clothing that does not allow air flow/is extremely tight
Where on the body would you find a heat rash?
Skin Folds (Belt Line)
Name 2 ways to treat the skin folds of a heat rash.
Keep Them Dry and Clean
What should a worker wear when it is very hot?
Light, loose/airy clothing and a hat
What Happens to the Body's Blood Vessels When Heated?
They Expand
What kind of personal conditioning may make you more at risk for a heat illness?
1. Being out of shape/overweight
2. Lack of Sleep
What is the most dangerous consequence of heat fainting?
Injuries From Falling
What would you recommend a worker do when suffering from heat cramps?
Drink an Electrolyte-Filled Drink
What 2 common beverages should a worker avoid when it is very hot?
Alcohol and sugary drinks (>6%)
Name 3 Environmental Conditions That Could Make a Worker Overheat.
1. High Temperature
2. High Humidity
3. No Wind
What kind of diet would put a worker at risk for heat illness in hot weather?
Low Salt Diet
Heat cramps are the result of the loss of what electrolyte?
Salt (Sodium)
What would you NOT recommend a worker take when suffering from heat cramps?
Salt Tablets
How much and how often should a worker drink water when risk is HIGH?
½ liter every ½ hour (or a cup every 15 min)
Name 1 Common Internal and 1 Common External Source of Heat Stress.
Internal: Physically Working Hard
External: Environmental Heat
What 2 chronic medical conditions make a worker at greater risk for heat illness?
1. Diabetes
2. Heart Disease
Name 3 symptoms of heat exhaustion.
1. Dizziness
2. Nausea/Vomiting
3. Headache
Etc.
If a person faints while working hard, what kind of heat illness should you assume this is?
Heat Stroke—Call 911
How can you know the amount of water you're drinking isn't enough besides thirst?
Dark/No Urine
What is the difference between heat stress and heat illness?
Heat stress is build-up of too much heat; heat illness is breakdown of body functions
Name 2 illnesses that would make a person more susceptible to heat illness?
1. Fever
2. Malaria
Etc.
Jose is acting crazy and has dry red skin that feels very hot—what kind of heat illness is this?
Heat Stroke
What is the best way to rapidly cool the body if you have no ice baths?
Wet body + fan + cold compresses + elevate feet
Name 3 medicines that could increase the risk of heat illness.
1.Thyroid Medicines
2. Antihistamines
3. Diuretics
Etc.