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Contributed by: DR. SEAN REIF D.C. on 6/9/2006

EMERGENCIES CAUSED BY COLD
HYPOTHERMIA
LOSS OF BODY HEAT

In cold climate, cold, wet or windy weather, persons who are not wearing enough warm clothes can lose the heat from their bodies. This is very dangerous! Often the person does not realize what is happening to him / her. She can become so confused that she will not ask for help and may die. Signs would include, uncontrolled shivering, slow or unclear speech, stumbles when she walks, cannot think clearly, or feels tired.

Quickly get the person to a dry place protected from the wind. If his clothes are wet, take them off and cover him with dry clothing. Wrap him in blankets. Make sure her head, feet, and hands are covered. WARNING: Do not warm up the person too fast as this can cause heart problems and death. Do all you can to keep the person warm. If it is a child, wrap him inside your clothing against your skin. Or sleep with him in your arms. Give them sweet things to eat and drink or starchy foods like rice, bread, or potato.

If the person stops shivering but still has any of the above signs, or if unconscious, their condition is serious. Keep trying to warm him, but if he does not wake up, get medical help FAST.

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posted on 11/18/2005 @ 11:44:48 AM

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"Eating right helps the body resist sickness and the sick to get well. Sick persons need food! Encourage them to do so. Make sure she drinks a lot of liquid so that she pees several times a day. Eating well and keeping clean are the best guarantees of good health."

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