TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
c. Heat stroke
OUTLINE SHEET 5-01-1 (continued)
(e) Transport person to the nearest medical facility as
soon as possible.
(1) Causes
(a) Working or exercising in a hot environment.
(b) A breakdown of the body’s sweating mechanism.
(2) Symptoms
(a) Body temperature 105 degrees Fahrenheit (41 degrees
centigrade) or higher.
(b) Small perspiration.
(c) Skin is hot, dry, reddish, and flushed.
(d) Very dilated pupils (constricted).
(e) Mental confusion and anxiety.
(f) Convulsions and sudden collapse.
(3) Treatment
(a) Life threatening; requires prompt action. The brain,
kidney, and liver may be damaged due to the failure of
the body's heat regulating mechanism.
(b) Move person to shade or cooler area.
(c) Reduce body temperature by removing as much clothing
as possible.
(d) Sponge person with cold wet towels and fan person to
promote evaporation. Never apply ice directly to the
skin. This may cause frostbite.
(e) If victim can drink, give him/her one-half a glass of
cool water every 15 minutes.
(f) Treat for shock.
(g) Transport to nearest medical facility as soon as
possible.
10. Characteristics and Proper Treatment of Chill Condition Injuries
a. Freezing injuries are characterized by the formation of ice
crystals in the skin.
b. Freezing injuries include:
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