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physical Trauma <br /> There are several emergency response procedures to assist with <br /> victims of physical trauma. Injuries resulting in broken bones, <br /> lacerations, unconsciousness, shock, etc... should be addressed by <br /> personnel trained in First Aid and CPR. A thorough description of <br /> First Aid procedures for the above listed emergencies is beyond the <br /> scope of this SHASP. Victims of physical trauma should be treated <br /> by site personnel trained in First Aid and CPR and transported to <br /> LLNL Medical, Building 877. <br /> Heat Stress <br /> Because heat related disorders can occur even when outside <br /> temperatures are moderate (due to the possibility that workers may <br /> wear chemical-resistant suits), the following heat stress <br /> conditions and First Aid procedures are mentioned. <br /> r.r <br /> F s �ti ..... ...........:.::.. <br /> Heat Rash Chaffed skin caused by the Discontinue work. <br /> rubbing of warm, damp Apply topical First Aid <br /> clothing. ointment; change clothes if <br /> possible before resuming <br /> work. <br /> Heat Cramps Spasms and pain in the Discontinue work. Massage <br /> extremities and abdomen. the affected muscle. Give <br /> half a glass of water every <br /> 15 minutes. Do not resume <br /> work unless completely <br /> recovered. <br /> Heat Exhaustion Shallow breathing, pale, Discontinue work; victim's <br /> moist skin, profuse body must be cooled down; <br /> sweating and dizziness. if conscious give half a <br /> glass of water every 15 <br /> minutes; transport to LLNL <br /> Medical, Building 877. <br /> Heat Stroke This is the most serious Discontinue work; victim's <br /> type of heat stress. Red, body must be cooled down <br /> hot, dry skin, no sweating, immediately; treat for <br /> nausea, dizziness, rapid shock and give nothing by <br /> pulse and confusion. mouth, call for emergency <br /> response services (911) or <br /> transport to LLNL Medical, <br /> Buildin 877. <br /> D-5 <br />