SUNSTROKE
Goal of first aid:
Relieve pressure off the head and help reduce irritation of the brain by cooling the head from the outside.
SAFETY FIRST
Relocate: Move the person from the sun to a shaded, cool place.
Gloves: Protect yourself and others: put on disposable gloves.
CONDITION CHECKING
See: Bright red head and neck, vomiting.
Hear: Talk to the person. Do they complain of neck pain, dizziness, or neck stiffness? Do they appear dazed?
Feel: Hot head and neck.
CALLING FOR HELP
Emergency call 112: Make an emergency call.
The 5 W questions:
Where did the accident happen?
What happened?
How many people are affected?
What injuries?
Wait for further questions!
Use speakerphone: Turn on your phone’s speaker to keep your hands free.
Do not hang up: End the call only when the control center tells you to.
Involve bystanders: Have them bring cold compresses and a first aid kit.
Report condition changes: Inform the control center if the person's condition changes.
POSITIONING
Elevate upper body: Position the upper body elevated or as desired by the affected person.
WOUND DRESSING
As needed: Dress any injuries.
COMFORTING
Don't leave: Stay with the person. Your presence and kind, encouraging words can help.
Listen: Listen actively, respond to their fears and worries, and show that you're there for them.
TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT
Cool: Cool the person’s head and neck with cold compresses.