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.