Heat Stroke
What is Heat Stroke?
A heat related illness is when the body can no longer control the temperature; body temperature rises rapidly, sweating mechanisms fail, and body is unable to cool down.
Last October, Compass went on a Retreat. What location did we go?
Oakland Zoo!
What is the definition of a behavior?
A person's response to things happening inside or around them. This can include actions you can see, thoughts or feelings they experience, and automatic reactions they may not be aware of.
What has been the hottest day in California History?
July 10, 1913
Greenland Ranch in Death Valley at 134°F
When does Heat Stroke happen?
When the body temperature rises to 106 F or higher within 10 to 15 minutes.
At which park did we hold the first Stroll and Roll?
Vasona Lake County Park!
What are 4 behaviors?
Harassment, Disruptive Actions, Offensive Language, Invasion of Personal Space, and Ignoring Boundaries
How much did the largest scoop of ice cream weigh?
Over 3000 lb.
Scoop was 5'6 high and 6'2 wide, strawberry flavor
What are 4 symptoms of Heat Stroke?
Confusion, Loss of Consciousness, Hot/dry skin or profuse sweating, Seizures, and High Body Temperature.
Flapping in the wind, with coasters galore, at which retreat location did our clients soar?
6 Flags
What is the name of plan for behaviors?
Behavior Management Plan
Where does the phrase "dog days of summer," come from?
It comes from astronomy, Sirus the Dog Star that rises in late July.
What are the steps for First Aid for a Heat Stroke?
Call 911.
Move individual to shaded/cool area and remove outer clothing.
Help cool down by circulating the air around the individual, and places cold cloths or ice on the head, neck, arm pits, groin, or soak clothing with cool water.
What Compass event required a client road trip in November?
Disneyland Park
What should the Behavior Management Plan address?
ABC's of Behavior:
-Antecedent (what was going on just before the behavior)
-Behavior itself
-Consequences (what happens as a result of the behavior)
How big was the largest inflatable pool toy?
70 ft. a Swan
It was a particularly hot July afternoon, and Marcus, a 34-year-old client, was attending an outdoor community picnic with his caregiver, Sonny. Marcus used a manual wheelchair and communicated using short phrases and gestures. The sun was intense, and the temperature had climbed past 100°F. Sonny had been busy chatting with other caregivers and didn’t notice that Marcus had been sitting in direct sunlight for over an hour. Marcus was wearing dark clothing and hadn’t had much water—Sonny had only offered him a juice box earlier. Marcus started becoming less responsive, his face flushed and red. He appeared confused, mumbled a few words, and then slumped to the side of his wheelchair. Sonny looked over and panicked. “He’s probably just tired,” he said. “Let’s let him rest.” He wheeled Marcus into a shady area but didn’t remove his jacket or loosen his clothing. Thinking Marcus might cool down faster, Sonny gave him an energy drink and wiped his face with a dry napkin. When another caregiver offered to call 911, Sonny refused, saying, “Let’s not overreact. I’ll just take him home and put a fan on him.” He laid Marcus down in the back seat of his car, turned the air on low, and drove 15 minutes back to Marcus’s apartment without checking his pulse or trying to cool his body properly. By the time they arrived, Marcus was unresponsive and burning to the touch. Sonny finally called 911, but the delay had already led to severe complications.
What mistakes did Sonny make?
Did not monitor hydration or encourage regular water intake.
Ignored early signs of heat-related illness like confusion and flushed skin.
Delayed calling 911, assuming it wasn’t serious.
Did not attempt active cooling (e.g., no cold compresses, no cool water).
Offered the wrong fluids (an energy drink instead of water or electrolyte solution).
Moved Marcus unnecessarily without checking vital signs or stabilizing him.
Left him in hot clothing rather than loosening or removing layers.
How many Museums in San Jose allows you to use EBT card for Free Admission or a lower price?
4
Quilts & Textiles Free (up to 4 Tickets), Tech Museum $3 per ticket (up to 6 tickets), San Jose Museum of Art (up to 4 tickets), and Children Discovery Museum $5 per ticket (up to 4 tickets)
Client: Jamie, a 28-year-old with autism and sensory sensitivities
Caregiver: Nova, support staff with six months of experience
It was a busy afternoon at the community center, and Jamie was working on a puzzle in the common area. The environment was noisier than usual—kids laughing, a blender running in the kitchen, and music playing softly from a speaker nearby. Jamie started fidgeting, then rocking slightly in his chair. He looked around and muttered, “Too loud. Too loud.” Nova noticed but didn’t respond immediately, thinking he’d adjust on his own. A few minutes later, Jamie stood up suddenly and swept the puzzle pieces off the table. Nova rushed over and said in a firm voice, “Jamie, that is not okay! We do not throw things!” She reached for his arm to guide him to another room to calm down. Jamie pulled away and yelled louder. His distress escalated. Nova then remembered that Jamie usually wears noise-canceling headphones during loud times—but she had left them in his backpack in the staff office. By the time she retrieved the headphones, Jamie was overwhelmed and had shut down completely, curling up in a corner.
What was Nova's mistake?
Nova’s mistake:
She addressed the behavior before addressing the cause (sensory overload). By focusing on correcting Jamie’s actions instead of first helping him regulate, she unintentionally escalated the situation.
How many flamingos made up the longest line of garden flamingos?
1,500 on June 21, 2018 at Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy in Buffalo, New York