Heat Exhaustion

Alert: Unlike heat exhaustion, heat stroke is a medical emergency, and an ambulance should be called immediately.

  • For mild cases of heat exhaustion
    • Rest in a cool shaded area.
    • Give cool fluids such as sports drinks or Gatorade that will replace the salt that has been lost. Salty snacks are appropriate, as tolerated.
    • Loosen or remove clothing.
    • Do not use an alcohol rub.
    • Do not give any beverages containing alcohol or caffeine.

 
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