Anyone who has heat stroke or sunstroke needs help!
But here it is important to avoid mistakes, otherwise the circulatory system threatens to collapse.
Even if there have been storms in Baden-Württemberg and Germany in the last few days and summer takes a break;
he is there!
And with it the record temperatures *!
As
reported by echo24.de
*, the extreme values not only come with bathing fun and holiday feelings, but also dangers that can even be life-threatening.
For many, heat stroke and sunstroke are just terms that they don't even know what's behind them.
People often do not even know how to properly help an overheated person - and that there are mistakes in it that should be urgently avoided.
“You often get a sunstroke faster than expected.
Heat stroke can even be life-threatening, ”warns DRK federal doctor Prof. Peter Sefrin.
With the tips of the emergency physician, the right measures can be taken in a state of emergency.
Recognizing heat stroke - these are the signs:
Heat stroke builds up in the body during heat stroke.
This causes the body temperature to heat up to 40 degrees or more.
Skin is hot and dry
Heart rate accelerated
Sweat production fails
Affected person feels tired and exhausted
Cramps and vomiting are possible
Possible: dizziness, confusion or hallucinations or even loss of consciousness
How can I properly help with heat stroke?
Immediately bring the affected person into the shade - or protect them from the sun's rays with a rescue blanket
Elevate the upper body
Offer water, fruit juice spritzer or fruit tea to drink
BUT
: Only if the person concerned is fully conscious
If you are drowsy, keep your legs up
If unconscious: Stable lateral position!
Then (!)
Make an emergency call (112)
and check consciousness and breathing until the rescue team arrives.
Carefully cool the body with damp towels, especially around the head and neck
DO NOT under any circumstances cool
the whole body in cold water or ice directly on the skin: there is a risk of
circulatory collapse
.
Recognize sunstroke - these are the signs:
However, heat stroke is not the only danger that threatens to remain in the sun for too long without protection.
The sunstroke is probably even better known.
What many do not know is that there are some differences between the two.
The specialist explains: "In contrast to heat stroke, the brain is primarily affected by sunstroke if the uncovered head is exposed to sunlight for too long and the meninges are irritated as a result." Here the symptoms usually appear at normal skin and body temperature.
red, hot head
headache
dizziness
nausea
tinnitus
Stiff neck
Drowsiness or even loss of consciousness can take hours to appear.
How can I help properly with a sunstroke?
If there is any suspicion, move the person concerned into the shade immediately
Conscious person: Raise head in the shade and cool head and neck with damp towels
Adequate water intake is helpful for the recovery of the brain and body,
BUT ONLY
if the person is responsive and does not vomit!
Isn't your condition better after 15 to 30 minutes?
Person should see a doctor!
If unconscious: Stable lateral position!
Breathing control and
emergency call (112)
settle
Weather experts expect many dry summer or hot days * in the coming months.
It is therefore important to know the dangers and what to do in an emergency.
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