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Morita Brothers Service StYOa 12 Much 7, 1992 L Heat exhaustion may result form physical exertion in a hot environment when �. cardiac output is inadequate to meet increased flow of blood that results from dilation of peripheral blood vessels or dehydration. It is distinguished by pale, cool, moist skin, heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea, and fainting. First aid for heat exhaustion is as follows: 1. Immediately remove victim to support area, or if you are the victim, proceed to the support area. L2. Decontaminate, if practical, before entering support area. 3. Start cooling, but be careful not to cause a chill. 4. If conscious and not in shock, give water to drink slowly. L 5. If vomiting, and/or signs and symptoms are not lessening within an hour, call for emergency help and/or transport victim to emergency room. 6. If person is a victim of heat exhaustion, they should not work the remainder of the day. LThe most serious farm of heat stress is heat stroke. This is caused when the temperature regulation fails and the body temperature rises to critical levels. Immediate action must be taken to cool the body before serious injury and death occur. Red, hot, usually dry skin, lack of reduced perspiration, nausea, dizziness and confusion, strong, rapid pulse, and coma are the signs and symptoms of heat stroke. First aid for heat stroke is as follows: 1. Immediately move victim to cool, uncontaminated area, the support area, and remove and dispose of victim's chemical-resistant clothing, if wearing any. 2. Cool the victim rapidly using whatever means necessary. This can include, but may not be limited to, removing clothing, fanning, and placing in water. L3. Do not give drinking water to victim. L4. Treat for shock, if needed. 5. Transport the victim to a medical facility immediately for further cooling and monitoring of body functions. . LEB-8101-1 9203-E016.WP