perform first aid cold injuries for chilblain / frostnip signs and symptoms of 1. redness or pallor...

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FIRST AIDFIRST AID

COLD INJURIESCOLD INJURIESFORFOR

CHILBLAIN / FROSTNIP

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOF

1. Redness or pallor of affecte areas.2. Hot, tender, itching skin.3. Absence of pain (numb).4. Ulcerated, bleeding lesions.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

FROSTBITEFROSTBITESuperficial1. Loss of Sensation.2. Whitening of Skin.3. Red or Gray Color.Deep4. Blisters.5. Swelling.6. Loss of Pain.7. Yellow Skin.8. Frozen Area Feels Solid or Wooden.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

IMMERSION /TRENCH FOOTIMMERSION /TRENCH FOOT

Early Stages.1. Affected area feels cold.2. Numb and painless.3. Pulse diminished/absent.

Later Stages/Advanced.1. Limbs feel hot & burning.2. Shooting pains.3. Area pale with blueish cast.4. Pulse strength decreased.5. Other.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

SNOW BLINDNESSSNOW BLINDNESS

1. Scratchy feeling in eyes.2. Watery eyes.3. Redness (eyes).4. Headache.5. Increased pain with exposure to light.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

HYPOTHERMIAHYPOTHERMIA(general cooling)

1. Mild hypothermia.2. Moderate hypothermia.3. Severe hypothermia.

A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

MILD HYPOTHERMIAMILD HYPOTHERMIA

1. Body is cold ( 90-95oF).

2. Intense shivering. 3. Difficulty speaking 4. Cold pale skin. 5. Poor muscle coordination.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

MODERATE HYPOTHERMIAMODERATE HYPOTHERMIA

1. Body temperature of 85-90oF.2. Stops shivering.3. Dilated pupils.4. Loss of voluntary movement.5. Loss of consciousness.6. Lethargy (drowsy, sluggish, indifference).7. Slow pulse.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

SEVERE HYPOTHERMIASEVERE HYPOTHERMIA

1. Decreased pulse, respirations.2. Lost contact with environment.3. Erratic or no heartbeat.4. Stupor or unconsciousness.5. Ice cold skin.6. Rigid muscles.7. Eyes become glassy.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSSIGNS AND SYMPTOMSOFOF

DEHYDRATIONDEHYDRATION(Cold Weather)

1. Mouth, tongue,throat are parched & dry.2. Swallowing is difficult.3. Fainting.4. Tired and weak.5. Muscle cramps.6. Focusing of eyes may be difficult.

FIRST AID TREATMENT FIRST AID TREATMENT FORFOR

CHILBLAIN/FROSTNIPCHILBLAIN/FROSTNIP

1. Warm the injured body part.2. Protect the rewarmed injury.

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FROSTBITEFROSTBITE

WARNING: Do not attempt to thaw the casualty’s feet or other seriously frozen areas if the casualty will need to travel formedical treatment and there is a chance of the injury refreezing.

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FROSTBITEFROSTBITE

1. Warm the area.a. Face, ears, nose.b. Hands.c. Feet.

2. Loosen or remove clothing.3. Cover casualty with blanket.4. Seek medical aid.5. Do not cause further injury.

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IMMERSION/TRENCH FOOTIMMERSION/TRENCH FOOT

1. Gradually rewarm.2. Protect from trauma.3. Dry feet, avoid walking.4. Elevate affected part.5. Seek medical treatment.

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SNOW BLINDNESSSNOW BLINDNESS

1. Cover Eyes.2. Seek medical treatment.

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HYPOTHERMIAHYPOTHERMIA

This is a MEDICAL This is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY!EMERGENCY!

Prompt medical treatment is necessaryPrompt medical treatment is necessary..

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HYPOTHERMIAHYPOTHERMIA

MILD.a. Rewarm the body evenly.b. Keep dry and protect from elements.c. Give warm liquids (conscious casualty).d. Seek medical treatment immediately.

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HYPOTHERMIAHYPOTHERMIA

SEVERE.a. Stabilize the temperature.b. Attempt to avoid further heat loss.c. Evacuate the casualty.

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DEHYDRATIONDEHYDRATION

1. Keep warm.2. Loosen clothes3. Give fluids.4. Rest.5. Seek medical assistance.