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extremeheattable.sPubDate = "8/2/2006 8:07:17 PM GMT";
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extremeheattable.appHeader = "Fact file| Extreme heat: Symptoms and treatment";
extremeheattable.appDeck = "Even short spurts of high temperatures can cause serious health problems. Know the symptoms of heat disorders and overexposure to the sun, and be ready to give first aid treatment.";
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extremeheattable.rows[i++] = "Heat stroke";
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = new Array("What is it?","Heat stroke occurs when body temperature rises rapidly. When suffering heat stroke a person can no longer sweat properly and the body is unable to cool down. Body temperature may rise to 106 degrees or higher within 10 to 15 minutes. If relief isn't provided immediately, death or permanent disability can occur. ");
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = new Array("Warning signs","<li>Extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees F, orally) <li>Red, hot, and dry skin (no sweating) <li>Rapid, strong pulse <li>Throbbing headache <li>Dizziness <li>Nausea <li>Confusion <li>Unconsciousness");
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = new Array("What to do"," A person showing any of these signs may be in immediate, life-threatening danger. Have someone call 911 while you cool the victim. Do the following: <li>Get the person to a shady area. <li>Cool the victim rapidly. For example, immerse in a tub of cool water or cool shower; spray with cool water from a garden hose; sponge the person with cool water. <li>If the humidity is low, wrap the person in a cool, wet sheet and fan vigorously. <li>Monitor body temperature and continue cooling efforts until it drops to 101-102 degrees F. <li>Do not give fluids to drink. ");
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = "Heat exhaustion";
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = new Array("What is it?","Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and not enough fluids. The elderly, people with high blood pressure and people working outside or in a hot environment are most at risk. ");
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = new Array("Warning signs","<li>Heavy sweating <li>Paleness <li>Muscle cramps <li>Tiredness <li>Weakness <li>Dizziness <li>Headache <li>Nausea or vomiting <li>Fainting");
extremeheattable.rows[i++] = new Array("What to do"," If a person isn't treated for heat exhaustion, it can progress to heat stroke. If symptoms aren't severe, try these steps: <li>Cool, nonalcoholic beverages <li>Rest <li>Cool shower, bath, or sponge bath <li>An air-conditioned environment <li>Lightweight clothing");

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