# Heatstroke

#### <span style="color: rgb(224, 62, 45);">**What is it?**</span>

##### <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The most serious heat-related illness. It occurs when the body can no longer control it's temperature when exposed to excessively high temperatures.</span>

#### <span style="color: rgb(224, 62, 45);">**Symptoms:**</span>

- ##### Fever of 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) or greater
- ##### Changes in mental status or behavior, such as confusion, agitation and slurred speech
- ##### Hot, dry skin or heavy sweating
- ##### Nausea and vomiting
- ##### Flushed skin
- ##### Rapid pulse
- ##### Rapid breathing
- ##### Headache
- ##### Fainting
- ##### Seizure
- ##### Coma

#### <span style="color: rgb(224, 62, 45);">**When to Seek Emergency Care:**</span>

##### **If you suspect heatstroke, call 911 or your local emergency number.**

##### Move the person out of the heat right away. Cool the person by whatever means available. For example:

- ##### Put the person in a cool tub of water or a cool shower.
- ##### Spray the person with a garden hose.
- ##### Sponge the person with cool water.
- ##### Fan the person while misting with cool water.
- ##### Place ice packs or cool wet towels on the neck, armpits, and groin.
- ##### Cover the person with cool damp sheets.

##### If the person is conscious, offer chilled water, a sports drink containing electrolytes, or other nonalcoholic beverage without caffeine.

##### **Begin CPR if the person loses consciousness and shows no signs of circulation, such as breathing, coughing, or movement.**