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Cold Weather Reads

I gathered a few links of some interesting blogs that will assist you during these cold months.


If you blog, or have one that you would like to share, share the link with us.

Stay warm.

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Hypothermia

Hypothermia- Also called: Cold-related illness

In cold weather, your body may lose heat faster than you can produce it. The result is hypothermia, or abnormally low body temperature. It can make you sleepy, confused and clumsy. Because it happens gradually and affects your thinking, you may not realize you need help. That makes it especially dangerous. A body temperature below 95° F is a medical emergency and can lead to death if not treated promptly.Anyone who spends much time outdoors in cold weather can get hypothermia. You can also get it from being cold and wet, or under cold water for too long. Babies and old people are especially at risk. Babies can get it from sleeping in a cold room.


What to Do
Check to make sure the victim is breathing before worrying about hypothermia. If you notice any of these signs, take the person’s temperature. If it is below 95°, the situation is an emergency—get medical attention immediately.If medical care is not available, begin warming the person, as follows:
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  • Get the victim into a warm room or shelter. One of the first steps in treating a hypothermia victim is to reduce the cold exposure. Moving the victim from the cold and removing wet clothing helps to stop the victim from getting any colder.
  • Warm the center of the body first—chest, neck, head, and groin—using an electric blanket, if available. Or use skin-to-skin contact under loose, dry layers of blankets, clothing, towels, or sheets.
  • Warm beverages can help increase the body temperature, but do not give alcoholic beverages. Do not try to give beverages to an unconscious person.
  • After body temperature has increased, keep the person dry and wrapped in a warm blanket, including the head and neck.
  • Get medical attention as soon as possible.

    Side Tips:Drinking alcohol increases cold exposure and makes hypothermia worse.

    If you are stranded in extreme cold, save your energy. Exertion will just lead to decreased energy and a lower body temperature.

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    Hypothermia- Also called: Cold-related illness

    In cold weather, your body may lose heat faster than you can produce it. The result is hypothermia, or abnormally low body temperature. It can make you sleepy, confused and clumsy. Because it happens gradually and affects your thinking, you may not realize you need help. That makes it especially dangerous. A body temperature below 95° F is a medical emergency and can lead to death if not treated promptly.Anyone who spends much time outdoors in cold weather can get hypothermia. You can also get it from being cold and wet, or under cold water for too long. Babies and old people are especially at risk. Babies can get it from sleeping in a cold room.


    What to Do
    Check to make sure the victim is breathing before worrying about hypothermia. If you notice any of these signs, take the person’s temperature. If it is below 95°, the situation is an emergency—get medical attention immediately.If medical care is not available, begin warming the person, as follows:
    http://www.bowhunter-ed.com/images/graphics/ch8_wind_chill.gif


    • Get the victim into a warm room or shelter. One of the first steps in treating a hypothermia victim is to reduce the cold exposure. Moving the victim from the cold and removing wet clothing helps to stop the victim from getting any colder.
    • Warm the center of the body first—chest, neck, head, and groin—using an electric blanket, if available. Or use skin-to-skin contact under loose, dry layers of blankets, clothing, towels, or sheets.
    • Warm beverages can help increase the body temperature, but do not give alcoholic beverages. Do not try to give beverages to an unconscious person.
    • After body temperature has increased, keep the person dry and wrapped in a warm blanket, including the head and neck.
    • Get medical attention as soon as possible.

      Side Tips:Drinking alcohol increases cold exposure and makes hypothermia worse.

      If you are stranded in extreme cold, save your energy. Exertion will just lead to decreased energy and a lower body temperature.

      • Posted via web from Genuine First Aid’s Posterous | Comment »