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* First Aid: Heat Illness: Heat exhaustion starts slowly, but if it's not quickly
treated it can progress to heatstroke. In heatstroke, a person's temperature reaches 105°F (40.5°C)
or higher. Heatstroke requires immediate emergency medical care and can be fatal.

*Signs and Symptoms

Of heat exhaustion: Of heatstroke:

* increased thirst *severe headache
* weakness * weakness, dizziness
* fainting * confusion
* muscle cramps * rapid breathing and heartbeat
* nausea and vomiting * loss of consciousness leading to coma
* irritability * seizures
* headache * may not be sweating
* increased sweating
* cool, clammy skin * flushed, hot, dry skin
* elevation of body temperature, but to less than * elevation of body temperature to 105°F (40.5°C)
105°F (40.5°C) or higher
*What to Do

If your child has symptoms of heatstroke, seek emergency medical care immediately. In cases of heat
exhaustion or while awaiting help for a child with possible heatstroke:
Bring the child indoors or into the shade immediately.
Undress the child.

Have the child lie down; elevate feet slightly.
If the child is alert, place in cool bath water. If outside, spray the child with mist from a garden hose.
If the child is alert and coherent, give frequent sips of cool, clear fluids.
If the child is vomiting, turn onto his or her side to prevent choking.

*Think Prevention!

Teach kids to always drink plenty of fluids before and during any activity in hot, sunny weather —
even if they aren't thirsty.
Make sure kids wear light-colored, loose clothing in warm weather.
Don't let kids participate in heavy activity outdoors during the hottest hours of the day.
Teach kids to come indoors immediately whenever they feel overheated.

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