First aid for heat stroke is to stop the person from being exposed to high temperatures. If the cause of poor he alth was a long stay in the steam room while visiting the bath, it is necessary to transfer the victim to a room with a lower temperature. First aid for heat and sunstroke caused by exposure to daylight: it is urgent to exclude exposure to its direct rays, that is, move the victim into the shade. There it should be laid, slightly raising his head. If a person is unconscious, do not put him on his back, because if he vomits, he may suffocate. Turn it slightly on its side, tilt your head. In such a serious condition, you should definitely call a doctor. When calling an ambulance, be sure to inform the dispatcher about the condition of the victim.
First aid for heat stroke also involves providing free access to fresh air. To do this, unfasten the tight collar, remove the tightening, tight clothing. Don't let otherscrowd around the victim, explain that he needs air.
If a person is unconscious, first of all it is necessary to bring him to his senses. You can apply well-known methods: wave, creating a stream of fresh air, lightly sprinkle water on your face, give ammonia a sniff.
The next step to take is to cool the patient down. First, make cold lotions (compresses) on the forehead and on the back of the head. There is a special cooling bag in the car first-aid kit, but in its absence, even a rag soaked in cold water and wrung out will give significant relief to the patient. You just need to change such a compress very often. Ice can also be used, but it should be applied after wrapping it in 2-3 layers of fabric.
Further first aid for heat stroke is to provide the victim with a drink. Please note that you can not give ice water, despite his requests! Even cool water is not very recommended. A slightly warm drink is best, preferably weak tea, some slightly sour drink will also be useful - fruit drink, compote.
The victim needs rest. It should not be allowed to move. Even if there is relief, he should not get up, it is necessary to lie down for at least an hour. Heatstroke is far from a benign condition and can lead to serious complications, especially in children, the elderly, and those with cardiovascular disease.
If the victim's condition has stabilized,no dizziness, no nausea, no headache or heartache, then after about an hour you can let him get up. The victim must rise very slowly and carefully so as not to lose consciousness. Support the victim when he gets up. Make sure that the state of he alth has returned to normal and that the person is not worried about anything. After a heat stroke, of course, he should not return to the pastime during which he suffered. For at least a week, he should be more attentive to his condition, prevent overheating of the body, and lead a sparing lifestyle. Alcohol, fatty and spicy foods are contraindicated, smoking is undesirable. If there is no improvement, then it is necessary to call a doctor, even if the victim did not lose consciousness.
Similarly, first aid is carried out in case of electric shock. Just before you begin to provide it, it is necessary to free the person from further exposure to electricity and check for signs of life. If he just has a loss of consciousness, then we act according to the scheme proposed above. In the absence of breathing and pulse, it is urgent to start artificial respiration and closed heart massage.
Remember! Timely, correctly rendered first aid in case of heat stroke, solar or electric shock can save a life and keep a person he althy!
