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Name 2 symptoms of Hypothermia.
constant shivering, tiredness, low energy, cold or pale skin, fast breathing
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Name 2 symptoms of Hyperthermia.
heat stroke, heat exhaustion, cramps, dizziness,
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Name 2 ways you can conserve heat.
Shivering and Vasoconstriction
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Name 2 ways you can lose heat.
Sweating and Vasodilation
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How is Hyperthermia treated?
get the victim out of the sun into a cool place, preferably one that is air conditioned, offer fluids but avoid alcohol and caffeine - water and fruit juices are best, encourage the individual to sponge off with cool water
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Card 2

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Name 2 symptoms of Hyperthermia.

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heat stroke, heat exhaustion, cramps, dizziness,

Card 3

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Name 2 ways you can conserve heat.

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Card 4

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Name 2 ways you can lose heat.

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Card 5

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How is Hyperthermia treated?

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