- Heavy sweating
- Paleness
- Muscle cramps
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fainting
- Skin: may be cool and moist
- Pulse rate: fast and weak
- Breathing: fast and shallow
How to Avoid and Treat Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
By Sharon O'Brien, About.com
People respond to heat exhaustion in different ways, but the CDC reports that common symptoms include:
Index: How to Avoid and Treat Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
- Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Can Affect Anyone, Including Animals
- What is Heat Exhaustion?
- What are the Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion?
- What is Heat Stroke?
- What are the Symptoms of Heat Stroke?
- Protect ing Yourself from Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
- Why Are Seniors More Prone to Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke?
- Helping Seniors Cope with Hot Weather
- What to Do If You See Someone With Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke
Protecting Yourself in Hot Weather
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Protecting Your Pet from Heat Stroke
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