Hypothermia
What are 4 symptoms of Hypothermia?
Feeling cold
Numbness
Tiredness
Shivering
Becoming irate
Stumbling and falling
Loss of consciousness
What are symptoms of Frostbite?
Pain or numbness in ears, nose, fingers, or feet
White or gray patches on skin
What should you wear to protect your eyes from snow and debris?
Goggles
What is the purpose of snow pants and jackets?
It is used for warmth, and protection against snow and water.
What is Hypothermia?
Hypothermia is when a person’s body is unable to produce enough heat to keep itself warm.
What is Frostbite?
Frostbite is when one’s skin and tissue freezes
What should you always wear on your head when skiing?
A helmet
How many layers of clothing should you wear?
Three
List 3 things to prevent Hypothermia.
Dress warm for the weather
Keep you and your clothes dry
Bring extra clothes incase your other clothes become wet
Protect yourself from the wind
List 3 things to prevent Frostbite.
Dress warm for the weather
Keep you and your clothes dry
Bring extra clothes incase your other clothes become wet
Protect yourself from the wind
What is the purpose of ski poles?
To propel yourself downhill and control your speed.
What should you wear to protect against the wind?
Hat, scarf, gloves, mask
How do you treat Hypothermia?
-Move the person into a warm area
-Remove any wet clothing and replace it with warm and dry clothing
-Wrap the person in blankets
How do you treat Frostbite?
-Move the person into a warm area
-Get the person into dry clothing
-Wrap frostbitten hands with bandages
If you're trying to have less friction and more speed, you should ___ your skis.
Wax
What should the base-layer be made up of?
Synthetic clothing that traps body heat.
What types of drinks should you NOT give to someone with Hypothermia?
Do not give caffeinated drinks such as soda, coffee, or tea.
What type of water should you place a frostbitten hand in?
Warm, NOT hot
What connects your ski boots to the skis?
The toe and heel binding.
What type of socks should you wear?
Wool or polyester.